Sancho Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Sancho Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 23.917 N,6 58.25 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.398617
  • Longitude: 6.970833
Water Depth 37 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SANCHO
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 73
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 6, 1897
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source other
Surveying Details 4.8.72 SANK 35M WNW OF HELIGOLAND. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST). POSN 542355N, 065815E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jan 9, 2017

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH LORD SALISBURY OF HULL. (GRIMSBY LOSS LIST).

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FAQ

Where is the SANCHO wreck located?

The SANCHO wreck is located at coordinates 54 23.917 N,6 58.25 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SANCHO?

The seabed around the SANCHO lies at approximately 37 meters deep.

When did the SANCHO sink?

The SANCHO sank on Nov 6, 1897.

When was the wreck of the SANCHO discovered?

The wreck of the SANCHO was discovered in 1972.

What country did the SANCHO belong to?

The SANCHO belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the SANCHO?

The SANCHO had a tonnage of 73 tons.

What type of wreck is the SANCHO?

The SANCHO is classified as a sailing vessel.

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