Souvenir Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Souvenir Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 45.02 N,7 26.05 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.750333
  • Longitude: -7.434167
Wreck Depth 65 m
Water Depth 75 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SOUVENIR
Type sailing vessel
Flag DK
Tonnage 497
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 29, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1978
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Apr 10, 1978

Surveying Details

3.6.18 M27206 3.6.18 SUNK IN 514500N, 072600W. (BOT). H6907/29 H6907/29 IN DEEP WATER. POSN APPROX. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA. 13.3.78 13.3.78 INS AS WK USCPA 65MTRS. NC 2049.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE SWANSEA FOR ODENSE, DENMARK. CAPTURED & SUNK BY SUBMARINE. (LLWW1).

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FAQ

Where is the SOUVENIR wreck located?

The SOUVENIR wreck is located at coordinates 51 45.02 N,7 26.05 W.

How deep is the SOUVENIR and where exactly is it located?

The SOUVENIR lies at a depth of about 65 meters and is located at coordinates 51 45.02 N,7 26.05 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SOUVENIR?

The seabed around the SOUVENIR lies at approximately 75 meters deep.

When did the SOUVENIR sink?

The SOUVENIR sank on May 29, 1918.

When was the wreck of the SOUVENIR discovered?

The wreck of the SOUVENIR was discovered in 1918.

What country did the SOUVENIR belong to?

The SOUVENIR belonged to DK.

What cargo was the SOUVENIR carrying?

The SOUVENIR was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the SOUVENIR?

The SOUVENIR had a tonnage of 497 tons.

What type of wreck is the SOUVENIR?

The SOUVENIR is classified as a sailing vessel.

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