Prosper Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Prosper Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 52 N,2 20 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.866667
  • Longitude: 2.333333
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PROSPER
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 45
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1975
Last Detection Year 2007
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Surveying Details

4.9.75 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS ABOUT 30M NE OF LOWESTOFT. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPH VOL.14) GIVES POSN 525200N, 022000E FOR FILING ONLY. 12.1.07 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS ABOUT 30M ENE FROM LOWESTOFT. (WW1SL, LL WW1) GIVES POSN 5241.00N, 0229.00E. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

LOWESTOFT REGISTERED WOODEN SAIL VESSEL. CAPTURED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE & SUNK BY BOMBING. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS VOL.14, WW1SL, LL WW1, SIBI)

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FAQ

Where is the PROSPER wreck located?

The PROSPER wreck is located at coordinates 52 52 N,2 20 E.

How deep is the seabed around the PROSPER?

The seabed around the PROSPER lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the PROSPER discovered?

The wreck of the PROSPER was discovered in 1975.

What country did the PROSPER belong to?

The PROSPER belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the PROSPER?

The PROSPER had a tonnage of 45 tons.

What type of wreck is the PROSPER?

The PROSPER is classified as a fishing vessel.

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