Scholar Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Scholar Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		48 56.041 N,8 10.042 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 48.934017
  • Longitude: -8.167367
Water Depth 110 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SCHOLAR
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 1635
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 18, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Original Source other
Surveying Details 26.5.18 26.5.18 SUNK IN 485600N, 081000W. (AP REPORT, MILFORD HAVEN). SUNK 90M W BY S 3/4 S FROM BISHOPS ROCK. (BMVL).
Last Amended Date Mar 6, 2000

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED WITH 2 LIVES LOST. SANK IN 3 MINUTES.

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FAQ

Where is the SCHOLAR wreck located?

The SCHOLAR wreck is located at coordinates 48 56.041 N,8 10.042 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SCHOLAR?

The seabed around the SCHOLAR lies at approximately 110 meters deep.

When did the SCHOLAR sink?

The SCHOLAR sank on May 18, 1918.

When was the wreck of the SCHOLAR discovered?

The wreck of the SCHOLAR was discovered in 1918.

What country did the SCHOLAR belong to?

The SCHOLAR belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the SCHOLAR?

The SCHOLAR had a tonnage of 1635 tons.

What type of wreck is the SCHOLAR?

The SCHOLAR is classified as a steam ship.

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