Sunlight Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sunlight Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 17.77 N,9 19.84 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.296167
  • Longitude: -9.330667
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SUNLIGHT
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 1433
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 6, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

SUNK 20 MILES SW FROM GALLEY HEAD. (WW1SL). POSN 5117.75N, 0919.8W FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED.

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FAQ

Where is the SUNLIGHT wreck located?

The SUNLIGHT wreck is located at coordinates 51 17.77 N,9 19.84 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SUNLIGHT?

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

When did the SUNLIGHT sink?

The SUNLIGHT sank on Jun 6, 1915.

When was the wreck of the SUNLIGHT discovered?

The wreck of the SUNLIGHT was discovered in 1915.

What country did the SUNLIGHT belong to?

The SUNLIGHT belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the SUNLIGHT?

The SUNLIGHT had a tonnage of 1433 tons.

What type of wreck is the SUNLIGHT?

The SUNLIGHT is classified as a sailing vessel.

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