Rose Bud Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Rose bud Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 25.035 N,3 12.074 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.417250
  • Longitude: -3.201233
Water Depth 45 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ROSE BUD
Type smack
Flag GB
Tonnage 44
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 21, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Last Amended Date Feb 6, 2004

Surveying Details

21.2.18 SUNK IN POSN 5 TO 6 MILES NNW OF BEER HEAD. (SKIPPER). SUNK IN POSN 10M SSE FROM HOPES NOSE. (WW1SL). SUNK IN APPROX 502500N, 031200W. (SNO TORQUAY). NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. H2003/84 11.9.84 NOT FOUND. CONSIDERED NOT TO EXIST. (GARDLINE SURVEY LTD., HI 202). AMENDED TO DEAD. 2.5.13 NOT LOCATED 2013 USING M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1369). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED AND BLOWN UP BY SUBMARINE. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the ROSE BUD wreck located?

The ROSE BUD wreck is located at coordinates 50 25.035 N,3 12.074 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ROSE BUD?

The seabed around the ROSE BUD lies at approximately 45 meters deep.

When did the ROSE BUD sink?

The ROSE BUD sank on Feb 21, 1918.

When was the wreck of the ROSE BUD discovered?

The wreck of the ROSE BUD was discovered in 1918.

What country did the ROSE BUD belong to?

The ROSE BUD belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ROSE BUD?

The ROSE BUD had a tonnage of 44 tons.

What type of wreck is the ROSE BUD?

The ROSE BUD is classified as a smack.

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