Prins Frederik Hendrik Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Prins frederik hendrik Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
52 20 N,5 37 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.333333
  • Longitude: -5.616667
Water Depth 87 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PRINS FREDERIK HENDRIK
Type steam ship
Flag NL
Length 76.2 m
Width 12.8 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 1288
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 8, 1941
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 1959
Original Source other
Surveying Details H01001/40 H01001/40 SHOWN IN OPEN JACKET TRADE DIVISION LIST SUPPLEMENT, MAY 1941. 19.3.59 19.3.59 NOT SHOWN IN AV DIVISION LIST OF 1945. POSN 502000N, 053700W FOR FILING ONLY. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE CARDIFF FOR BATHURST. BOMBED BY GERMAN AIRCRAFT. ABANDONED ON FIRE, PRESUMED SUNK. (LLWW2).

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FAQ

Where is the PRINS FREDERIK HENDRIK wreck located?

The PRINS FREDERIK HENDRIK wreck is located at coordinates 52 20 N,5 37 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PRINS FREDERIK HENDRIK?

The seabed around the PRINS FREDERIK HENDRIK lies at approximately 87 meters deep.

When did the PRINS FREDERIK HENDRIK sink?

The PRINS FREDERIK HENDRIK sank on Mar 8, 1941.

When was the wreck of the PRINS FREDERIK HENDRIK discovered?

The wreck of the PRINS FREDERIK HENDRIK was discovered in 1941.

What country did the PRINS FREDERIK HENDRIK belong to?

The PRINS FREDERIK HENDRIK belonged to NL.

What was the tonnage of the PRINS FREDERIK HENDRIK?

The PRINS FREDERIK HENDRIK had a tonnage of 1288 tons.

What type of wreck is the PRINS FREDERIK HENDRIK?

The PRINS FREDERIK HENDRIK is classified as a steam ship.