Yewcrest Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Yewcrest Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 10 N,25 2 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.166667
  • Longitude: -25.033333
Water Depth 2400 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name YEWCREST
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 3774
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 25, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 10.2.96 10.2.96 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 551000N, 250200W. (WW2SL, LL WW2, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 8, 2004

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE CARDIFF FOR WABANA. SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM U 37. (WW2SL, LL WW2, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the YEWCREST wreck located?

The YEWCREST wreck is located at coordinates 55 10 N,25 2 W.

How deep is the seabed around the YEWCREST?

The seabed around the YEWCREST lies at approximately 2400 meters deep.

When did the YEWCREST sink?

The YEWCREST sank on Aug 25, 1940.

When was the wreck of the YEWCREST discovered?

The wreck of the YEWCREST was discovered in 1940.

What country did the YEWCREST belong to?

The YEWCREST belonged to GB.

What cargo was the YEWCREST carrying?

The YEWCREST was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the YEWCREST?

The YEWCREST had a tonnage of 3774 tons.

What type of wreck is the YEWCREST?

The YEWCREST is classified as a steam ship.