Uc 69 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Uc 69 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
49 56.94 N,1 10.08 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.949000
  • Longitude: -1.168000
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name UC 69
Type submarine
Flag DE
Length 52.7 m
Width 5.2 m
Tonnage 511
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 6, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1990
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details 28.3.78 NDW PA IN 495700N, 011000W.(FR NM 78 06 33). RE-ISSUE OF EXCHANGE DATA. NCA. 15.6.82 NDW PA SHOWN IN 495700N, 011000W ON FR 6614D [1979 EDN]. NE 2613. 19.6.90 NOT SHOWN ON FR 6857 [1986 EDN], & NOT IN FR WK RECORDS [CORR TO JAN'90]. NE 2613.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

ACCIDENTLY RAMMED BY U-96.

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FAQ

Where is the UC 69 wreck located?

The UC 69 wreck is located at coordinates 49 56.94 N,1 10.08 W.

How deep is the seabed around the UC 69?

The seabed around the UC 69 lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the UC 69 sink?

The UC 69 sank on Dec 6, 1917.

When was the wreck of the UC 69 discovered?

The wreck of the UC 69 was discovered in 1917.

What country did the UC 69 belong to?

The UC 69 belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the UC 69?

The UC 69 had a tonnage of 511 tons.

What type of wreck is the UC 69?

The UC 69 is classified as a submarine.