Vera Elizabeth Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Vera elizabeth Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		60 42 N,5 32.1 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 60.700000
  • Longitude: -5.535000
Water Depth 700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VERA ELIZABETH
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 179
Cargo fish
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 5, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Surveying Details

M34003 16.7.18 MASTERS STATEMENT GIVES SINKING POSN AS 604200N, 053200W. (B OF T. W.R. 9/46). 24.7.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 54 MILES S BY E HALF E OF SYDERO, FAROE ISLANDS. (WW1SL).

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM U-60 WHILST EN-ROUTE FAROES TO LEITH.

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FAQ

Where is the VERA ELIZABETH wreck located?

The VERA ELIZABETH wreck is located at coordinates 60 42 N,5 32.1 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VERA ELIZABETH?

The seabed around the VERA ELIZABETH lies at approximately 700 meters deep.

When did the VERA ELIZABETH sink?

The VERA ELIZABETH sank on Jul 5, 1918.

When was the wreck of the VERA ELIZABETH discovered?

The wreck of the VERA ELIZABETH was discovered in 1918.

What country did the VERA ELIZABETH belong to?

The VERA ELIZABETH belonged to GB.

What cargo was the VERA ELIZABETH carrying?

The VERA ELIZABETH was carrying fish.

What was the tonnage of the VERA ELIZABETH?

The VERA ELIZABETH had a tonnage of 179 tons.

What type of wreck is the VERA ELIZABETH?

The VERA ELIZABETH is classified as a motor vessel.

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