The Duke Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
The duke Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 5.94 N,1 30.08 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.099000
  • Longitude: -1.501333
Wreck Depth 45 m
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name THE DUKE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 48.8 m
Width 7 m
Draught 3.4
Tonnage 376
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 20, 1916
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 1995
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 21.5.75 BRITISH SS 'THE DUKE' SUNK 40M NNE FROM HAVRE. (WW1SL). 4.3.80 NDW PA SHOWN IN 500600N, 013000W ON FR 878 [DEC 1979 EDN]. CHART AS USC PA 45MTRS [25FMS]. BR STD. 28.2.90 USC PD 45MTRS SHOWN IN 500600N, 013000W [EUD] ON FR 6857 [1986 EDN]. (FR WK NO 18101017 - AUTHORITY: BRITISH HYDRO SERVICE). NCA. HH226/410/03 9.3.95 DELETED. (FRENCH NM 95 08 18). AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Mar 9, 1995

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE UB18, 40M NNE OF CAPE LE HEVE WHILST EN ROUTE FROM ROUEN TO NEWHAVEN. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS VOL 17).

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FAQ

Where is the THE DUKE wreck located?

The THE DUKE wreck is located at coordinates 50 5.94 N,1 30.08 W.

How deep is the THE DUKE and where exactly is it located?

The THE DUKE lies at a depth of about 45 meters and is located at coordinates 50 5.94 N,1 30.08 W.

How deep is the seabed around the THE DUKE?

The seabed around the THE DUKE lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the THE DUKE sink?

The THE DUKE sank on Oct 20, 1916.

When was the wreck of the THE DUKE discovered?

The wreck of the THE DUKE was discovered in 1916.

What country did the THE DUKE belong to?

The THE DUKE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the THE DUKE carrying?

The THE DUKE was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the THE DUKE?

The THE DUKE had a tonnage of 376 tons.

What type of wreck is the THE DUKE?

The THE DUKE is classified as a steam ship.