Snowdrop Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Snowdrop Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 2.836 N,4 21.367 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.047267
  • Longitude: -4.356117
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SNOWDROP
Type sailing vessel
Tonnage 47
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 20, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Surveying Details

23.2.18 23.2.18 SUNK IN 500300N, 042100W. (TELEGRAM FROM FALMOUTH TO C-IN-C DEVONPORT, 21.2.18, DOCKET M02506). SUNK ABOUT 8M SW BY W OF EDDYSTONE. (PORT FISHERY OFFICER). 1918 POSN 500330N, 042130W. (DOCKET M9560). 1918 POSN 500330N, 042130W. (DOCKET M06832). 1918 SUNK 8M SW OF EDDYSTONE. (SKIPPER, DOCKET M10202). POSN 500248N, 042118W FOR FILING ONLY. 27.3.00 27.3.00 POSSIBLY NDW CHARTED IN 5002.700N, 0421.300W [SEE 17410]. HH091/059/01 14.4.05 HH091/059/01 14.4.05 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 1059). AMEND DEAD. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE UB-33 AND SUNK BY GUNFIRE. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the SNOWDROP wreck located?

The SNOWDROP wreck is located at coordinates 50 2.836 N,4 21.367 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SNOWDROP?

The seabed around the SNOWDROP lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When did the SNOWDROP sink?

The SNOWDROP sank on Feb 20, 1918.

When was the wreck of the SNOWDROP discovered?

The wreck of the SNOWDROP was discovered in 1918.

What was the tonnage of the SNOWDROP?

The SNOWDROP had a tonnage of 47 tons.

What type of wreck is the SNOWDROP?

The SNOWDROP is classified as a sailing vessel.

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