Perseverance Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Perseverance Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 55.031 N,1 46.892 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.917183
  • Longitude: 1.781533
Water Depth 25 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PERSEVERANCE
Type pleasure craft
Length 11 m
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 18, 1969
Original Detection Year 1969
Last Detection Year 1995
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details H3161/69 20.5.69 REPD SUNK 8M SSE OF SHIPWASH. (COASTGUARD DEAL, TLX DTD 18.5.69). NCA. H4139/76 11.1.77 NOT FOUND DURING CLOSE AREA DCS3 SEARCH. (HMS BULLDOG & HMS BEAGLE, HI 31/76). NCA. HH090/667/01 19.12.95 NOT LOCATED BY DCS3 AND MAGNETOMETER. (OCEONICS, HI 667). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 28, 2003

Circumstances of loss

SANK WHILE UNDER TOW.

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FAQ

Where is the PERSEVERANCE wreck located?

The PERSEVERANCE wreck is located at coordinates 51 55.031 N,1 46.892 E.

How deep is the seabed around the PERSEVERANCE?

The seabed around the PERSEVERANCE lies at approximately 25 meters deep.

When did the PERSEVERANCE sink?

The PERSEVERANCE sank on May 18, 1969.

When was the wreck of the PERSEVERANCE discovered?

The wreck of the PERSEVERANCE was discovered in 1969.

What type of wreck is the PERSEVERANCE?

The PERSEVERANCE is classified as a pleasure craft.