Remke Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Remke Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 8.364 N,2 32.887 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.139400
  • Longitude: 2.548117
Water Depth 33 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name REMKE
Type sailing vessel
Flag NL
Tonnage 193
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo electronics,general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 2, 1918
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1961
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Surveying Details

SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 55M WNW OF HOOK OF HOLLAND. (LLWW1). H4282/26 14.10.26 H4282/26 14.10.26 INS AS NDW WK 1918 PA IN 520820N, 023300E ON BA CHARTS. DELETED FROM 2182A. H3039/26 H3039/26 CONFIRMS LOSS GIVES DATE OF SINKING AND TONNAGE. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA. H3449/61 2.11.61 H3449/61 2.11.61 NOT LOCATED (HMS SCOTT 1961). AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD. H8169/68 10.1.69 H8169/68 10.1.69 NOT FOUND. AREA NOT VERY CLOSELY SEARCHED. (HMS BULLDOG, ROS 29.11.68). NCA. HH090/674/01 7.11.95 HH090/674/01 7.11.95 NOT LOCATED. DISPROVED. (NP 1008, HI 674). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE ROTERDAM FOR LONDON. SUNK BY U-BOAT. (LLWW1).

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FAQ

Where is the REMKE wreck located?

The REMKE wreck is located at coordinates 52 8.364 N,2 32.887 E.

How deep is the seabed around the REMKE?

The seabed around the REMKE lies at approximately 33 meters deep.

When did the REMKE sink?

The REMKE sank on Aug 2, 1918.

When was the wreck of the REMKE discovered?

The wreck of the REMKE was discovered in 1918.

What country did the REMKE belong to?

The REMKE belonged to NL.

What cargo was the REMKE carrying?

The REMKE was carrying electronics,general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the REMKE?

The REMKE had a tonnage of 193 tons.

What type of wreck is the REMKE?

The REMKE is classified as a sailing vessel.

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