Proba Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Proba Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 56.038 N,5 8.062 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.933967
  • Longitude: -5.134367
Water Depth 72 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PROBA
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Length 25.3 m
Width 6.4 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 105
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 7, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SUNK 3 MILES SE FROM THE LIZARD. (WW1SL). NCA. POSN 495600N, 050800W FOR FILING ONLY. HH091/059/01 1.4.05 HH091/059/01 1.4.05 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 1059). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Apr 1, 2005

Circumstances of loss

BOMBED BY SUBMARINE 3M SE FROM THE LIZARD. (WW1SL). SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE 3M SE OF THE LIZARD WHILST EN ROUTE FROM SWANSEA TO CHERBOURG. (LL WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the PROBA wreck located?

The PROBA wreck is located at coordinates 49 56.038 N,5 8.062 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PROBA?

The seabed around the PROBA lies at approximately 72 meters deep.

When did the PROBA sink?

The PROBA sank on Dec 7, 1917.

When was the wreck of the PROBA discovered?

The wreck of the PROBA was discovered in 1917.

What country did the PROBA belong to?

The PROBA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the PROBA carrying?

The PROBA was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the PROBA?

The PROBA had a tonnage of 105 tons.

What type of wreck is the PROBA?

The PROBA is classified as a sailing vessel.

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