U 214 (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
U 214 (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 55.971 N,3 35.838 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.932850
  • Longitude: -3.597300
Wreck Depth 65 m
Water Depth 68 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name U 214 (POSSIBLY)
Type submarine
Flag DE
Length 76.8 m
Width 6.4 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 1080
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 26, 1944
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Apr 14, 2005

Surveying Details

SUNK IN APPROX 495800N, 033000W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) H0113/45 25.3.45 H0113/45 SONAR CONTACT IN APPROX 495600N, 033600W. LENGTH 94FT, HEIGHT 18FT. LARGE EXTENT. (C-IN-C PLYMOUTH, 25.3.45). 15.1.45 SONAR CONTACT IN 495600N, 033600W. HEIGHT 18FT. (AUBD 2675B/4, ESCORT GROUP 14, 15.1.45). H3110/72 9.1.73 H3110/72 9.1.73 WK IN 495556N, 033546W [OGB] USING HIFIX [2 LOP]. FAIR SONAR CONTACT FROM ALL DIRECTIONS. LEAST E/S DEPTH 65.3 IN GEN DEPTH 68.5MTRS. BOTTOM SAND AND BROKEN SHELL. SMALL WK. [POSSIBLY U-93, SINKING POSN 495000N, 033000W OR U-214 [SEE WK 23071], SINKING POSN 495800N, 033000W]. (HMS HECATE, 1972). CHART AS WK 65MTRS. BR STD. HH100/351/21 11.8.03 HH100/351/21 11.8.03 U 93 POSITIVELY INDENTIFIED BY DIVERS AUG'03, LOCATED IN 5036.94N, 0121.86E. REPORTED BY MICHAEL LOWERY. (R YOUNG, EMAIL DTD 9.8.03) NCA. IDENTITY AMENDED TO U 214 (POSSIBLY) [SEE 20895 FOR U 93]. HH091/059/01 14.4.05 HH091/059/01 14.4.05 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 1059). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY DEPTH CHARGES BY HMS COOKE.

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FAQ

Where is the U 214 (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The U 214 (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 49 55.971 N,3 35.838 W.

How deep is the U 214 (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The U 214 (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 65 meters and is located at coordinates 49 55.971 N,3 35.838 W.

How deep is the seabed around the U 214 (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the U 214 (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 68 meters deep.

When did the U 214 (POSSIBLY) sink?

The U 214 (POSSIBLY) sank on Jul 26, 1944.

When was the wreck of the U 214 (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the U 214 (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1918.

What country did the U 214 (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The U 214 (POSSIBLY) belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the U 214 (POSSIBLY)?

The U 214 (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1080 tons.

What type of wreck is the U 214 (POSSIBLY)?

The U 214 (POSSIBLY) is classified as a submarine.

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