Slasher Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Slasher Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 55.018 N,2 25.877 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.916967
  • Longitude: 2.431283
Water Depth 34 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SLASHER
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 195
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 1, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details H01001/40 28.9.60 SANK 70 MILES NE 1/2 E OF THE HUMBER. (WW2SL). POSN 541500N, 015000E APPROX. H3836/2/86 16.12.87 NOTHING FOUND IN THIS POSN. (LAND & MARINE ENG. LTD., HI 355B).
Last Amended Date Oct 1, 2002

Circumstances of loss

BOMBED AND SUNK BY GERMAN AIRCRAFT.

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FAQ

Where is the SLASHER wreck located?

The SLASHER wreck is located at coordinates 53 55.018 N,2 25.877 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SLASHER?

The seabed around the SLASHER lies at approximately 34 meters deep.

When did the SLASHER sink?

The SLASHER sank on Jun 1, 1940.

When was the wreck of the SLASHER discovered?

The wreck of the SLASHER was discovered in 1940.

What country did the SLASHER belong to?

The SLASHER belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the SLASHER?

The SLASHER had a tonnage of 195 tons.

What type of wreck is the SLASHER?

The SLASHER is classified as a trawler.

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