William Martin Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
William martin Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 47.92 N,7 46.25 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.798667
  • Longitude: -7.770833
Water Depth 59 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WILLIAM MARTIN
Type sailing vessel
Tonnage 104
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 16, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SUNK 9 MILES S BY W 0.5 W FROM RAM HEAD YOUGHAL. (WW1SL). POSN 514754N, 074612W FOR FILING ONLY. 2025000172752 15.04.25 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET 2024. (IRISH MARINE INSTITUTE, DTD 31.7.24). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Apr 15, 2025

Circumstances of loss

BOMBED BY SUBMARINE 9 MILES S BY W 0.5 W FROM RAM HEAD YOUGHAL. (WW1SL).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 51 47.92 N,7 46.25 W
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FAQ

Where is the WILLIAM MARTIN wreck located?

The WILLIAM MARTIN wreck is located at coordinates 51 47.92 N,7 46.25 W.

How deep is the seabed around the WILLIAM MARTIN?

The seabed around the WILLIAM MARTIN lies at approximately 59 meters deep.

When did the WILLIAM MARTIN sink?

The WILLIAM MARTIN sank on Mar 16, 1917.

When was the wreck of the WILLIAM MARTIN discovered?

The wreck of the WILLIAM MARTIN was discovered in 1917.

What was the tonnage of the WILLIAM MARTIN?

The WILLIAM MARTIN had a tonnage of 104 tons.

What type of wreck is the WILLIAM MARTIN?

The WILLIAM MARTIN is classified as a sailing vessel.

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