U 15 (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
U 15 (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 35.71 N,1 54.66 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.595167
  • Longitude: 1.911000
Water Depth 110 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name U 15 (POSSIBLY)
Type submarine
Flag DE
Length 57.9 m
Width 6.1 m
Tonnage 516
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 9, 1914
Original Detection Year 1976
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source other
Surveying Details SUNK IN 583500N, 015600E, APPROX. (U-BOAT INTELLIGENCE, 1914-18). 13.4.76 FASTENER SHOWN IN 583545N, 015445E ON CH 5800W. NCA. SEP 2013/000109394 5.11.13 NOT SHOWN ON NO2B0404 [EDN 3.0].
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

RAMMED AND SUNK BY HMS BIRMINGHAM OFF FAIR ISLE. (WARSHIPS OF WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the U 15 (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The U 15 (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 58 35.71 N,1 54.66 E.

How deep is the seabed around the U 15 (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the U 15 (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 110 meters deep.

When did the U 15 (POSSIBLY) sink?

The U 15 (POSSIBLY) sank on Aug 9, 1914.

When was the wreck of the U 15 (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the U 15 (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1976.

What country did the U 15 (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The U 15 (POSSIBLY) belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the U 15 (POSSIBLY)?

The U 15 (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 516 tons.

What type of wreck is the U 15 (POSSIBLY)?

The U 15 (POSSIBLY) is classified as a submarine.

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