Vanadis Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Vanadis Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 59.96 N,4 59.92 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.999333
  • Longitude: 4.998667
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VANADIS
Type sailing vessel
Flag NO
Tonnage 438
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo timber
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 5, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Last Amended Date Feb 19, 2016

Surveying Details

H5145/26 WK IN 550000N, 050000E APPROX. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA. 11.7.01 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 5649.00N, 0502.00E. (LL WW1). NCA. SEP 2015/000158093 19.2.16 NOT SHOWN ON DE221000. (EDN 7.0, DTD 10.7.15). AMEND DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE CHRISTIANIA FOR THE TYNE. CAPTURED & SUNK BY A SUBMARINE. (LL WW1 & WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the VANADIS wreck located?

The VANADIS wreck is located at coordinates 54 59.96 N,4 59.92 E.

How deep is the seabed around the VANADIS?

The seabed around the VANADIS lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When did the VANADIS sink?

The VANADIS sank on Aug 5, 1915.

When was the wreck of the VANADIS discovered?

The wreck of the VANADIS was discovered in 1915.

What country did the VANADIS belong to?

The VANADIS belonged to NO.

What cargo was the VANADIS carrying?

The VANADIS was carrying timber.

What was the tonnage of the VANADIS?

The VANADIS had a tonnage of 438 tons.

What type of wreck is the VANADIS?

The VANADIS is classified as a sailing vessel.

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