Wandelar Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Wandelar Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 21.783 N,2 59.12 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.363050
  • Longitude: 2.985333
Water Depth 9 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WANDELAR
Type light ship
Flag BE
Tonnage 254
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1944
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details SUNK IN APPROX POSN 512150N, 025912E. H0411/42 24.1.42 INS AS DW IN 512150N, 025912E. - FNM 180/42. H04430/44 20.12.44 DELETE FROM ALL CHARTS. - NM 2845/44.
Last Amended Date Dec 21, 2004

Circumstances of loss

SUNK MAY 1940 5 MILES FROM HER ANCHORAGE, PROBABLY BY THE GERMANS. (R VERPOORTE).

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FAQ

Where is the WANDELAR wreck located?

The WANDELAR wreck is located at coordinates 51 21.783 N,2 59.12 E.

How deep is the seabed around the WANDELAR?

The seabed around the WANDELAR lies at approximately 9 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the WANDELAR discovered?

The wreck of the WANDELAR was discovered in 1940.

What country did the WANDELAR belong to?

The WANDELAR belonged to BE.

What was the tonnage of the WANDELAR?

The WANDELAR had a tonnage of 254 tons.

What type of wreck is the WANDELAR?

The WANDELAR is classified as a light ship.

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