Polanna (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Polanna (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 30.51 N,0 32.102 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.508500
  • Longitude: -0.535033
Water Depth 45 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name POLANNA (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 86 m
Width 11.6 m
Tonnage 2345
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 6, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source other
Surveying Details REPORTED LOST 3 MILES E OF WHITBY. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). H3752/26 11.6.26 INS AS WK (1917) (PA) IN 543030N, 003200W. BA 1191. H4593/59 9.11.59 AMEND NDWPA. NC 1200. 28.8.73 AMENDED TO USCPA 28MTRS. NC 129. H4069/72 3.12.75 NOT LOCATED DURING SURVEY. (RISDON BEAZLEY MARINE LTD, HN 13.11.75). DELETE. BR STD. SEP2017/000002822 28.4.17 NOT LOCATED IN M/B SURVEY 2016. (MMT, HI 1491). RETAIN DEAD.
Last Amended Date Apr 28, 2017

Circumstances of loss

EX-ANNA WOERMANN '98, EX-ANTONINA I. BUILT IN 1893. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CLYDE SS CO, GLASGOW. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE THE TYNE FOR DUNKIRK. TORPEDOED. TWO MEN LOST. (SIBI).

General Comments

SEE [6376]

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FAQ

Where is the POLANNA (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The POLANNA (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 54 30.51 N,0 32.102 W.

How deep is the seabed around the POLANNA (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the POLANNA (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 45 meters deep.

When did the POLANNA (POSSIBLY) sink?

The POLANNA (POSSIBLY) sank on Aug 6, 1917.

When was the wreck of the POLANNA (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the POLANNA (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1917.

What country did the POLANNA (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The POLANNA (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the POLANNA (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The POLANNA (POSSIBLY) was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the POLANNA (POSSIBLY)?

The POLANNA (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 2345 tons.

What type of wreck is the POLANNA (POSSIBLY)?

The POLANNA (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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