Ronald Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Ronald Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 40.02 N,6 58.05 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.667000
  • Longitude: -6.967500
Water Depth 72 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name RONALD
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 38
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 17, 1917
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1981
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Last Amended Date Aug 6, 2014

Surveying Details

SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 25M SW OF CONNINGBEG LTV. (WW1SL). H351/20 H351/20 INS ON BA CHARTS AS NDW IN 514000N, 065800W. 6.12.78 6.12.78 NOT SHOWN ON NC 2049 DUE TO AGE, SIZE & DEPTH OF WATER. SEE ALSO WK OF 'OUR BAIRNS' [11739] IN SAME POSN. H1933/79 21.12.81 H1933/79 21.12.81 NOTHING FOUND DURING AREA SEARCH. (HMS FOX, HI 51/79). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE FOR FISHING GROUNDS. CAPTURED BY SUBMARINE AND SUNK BY GUNFIRE. (WW1SL, LLWW1).

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FAQ

Where is the RONALD wreck located?

The RONALD wreck is located at coordinates 51 40.02 N,6 58.05 W.

How deep is the seabed around the RONALD?

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

When did the RONALD sink?

The RONALD sank on Sep 17, 1917.

When was the wreck of the RONALD discovered?

The wreck of the RONALD was discovered in 1917.

What country did the RONALD belong to?

The RONALD belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the RONALD?

The RONALD had a tonnage of 38 tons.

What type of wreck is the RONALD?

The RONALD is classified as a sailing vessel.

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