River Earn Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
River earn Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 29.96 N,1 59.91 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.499333
  • Longitude: 1.998500
Water Depth 90 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RIVER EARN
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 202
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 19, 1939
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details H8065/39 23.12.39 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 583000N, 020000E APPROX IN DEEP WATER. (NID & WW2SL). NCA. H1733/63 8.11.65 NDW PA SHOWN IN 583000N, 020000E [EUR] ON GERMAN 112 FC. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Jan 16, 2017

Circumstances of loss

BOMBED & SUNK BY AIRCRAFT. PASSAGE GRANTON FOR FISHING GROUNDS. CREW RECOVERED. (LL WW2, WW2SL).

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FAQ

Where is the RIVER EARN wreck located?

The RIVER EARN wreck is located at coordinates 58 29.96 N,1 59.91 E.

How deep is the seabed around the RIVER EARN?

The seabed around the RIVER EARN lies at approximately 90 meters deep.

When did the RIVER EARN sink?

The RIVER EARN sank on Dec 19, 1939.

When was the wreck of the RIVER EARN discovered?

The wreck of the RIVER EARN was discovered in 1939.

What country did the RIVER EARN belong to?

The RIVER EARN belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the RIVER EARN?

The RIVER EARN had a tonnage of 202 tons.

What type of wreck is the RIVER EARN?

The RIVER EARN is classified as a trawler.

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