Young Clifford Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Young clifford Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 24.028 N,4 47.066 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.400467
  • Longitude: -4.784433
Water Depth 54 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name YOUNG CLIFFORD
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 47
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 4, 1917
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1955
Last Detection Year 1977
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Surveying Details

26.5.55 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 12M N FROM LUNDY ISLAND. (WW1SL). POSN 512400N, 044700W FOR FILING ONLY. H3804/72 20.3.77 NOT FOUND DURING MAIN AREA DCS3 SEARCH. (HMS FAWN, HI41/77). AMEND DEAD. NCA. SEP 2013/000174975 29.9.13 NOT LOCATED BY DCS3. (GARDLINE GEOSURVEY FOR CHANNEL ENERGY LTD, ATLANTIC ARRAY OFSHORE WINDFARM ROS DTD 3.2010 - 5.2010). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

ONE BOILER, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. CAPTURED BY A GERMAN SUBMARINE AND SUNK USING GUNFIRE. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the YOUNG CLIFFORD wreck located?

The YOUNG CLIFFORD wreck is located at coordinates 51 24.028 N,4 47.066 W.

How deep is the seabed around the YOUNG CLIFFORD?

The seabed around the YOUNG CLIFFORD lies at approximately 54 meters deep.

When did the YOUNG CLIFFORD sink?

The YOUNG CLIFFORD sank on Oct 4, 1917.

When was the wreck of the YOUNG CLIFFORD discovered?

The wreck of the YOUNG CLIFFORD was discovered in 1955.

What country did the YOUNG CLIFFORD belong to?

The YOUNG CLIFFORD belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the YOUNG CLIFFORD?

The YOUNG CLIFFORD had a tonnage of 47 tons.

What type of wreck is the YOUNG CLIFFORD?

The YOUNG CLIFFORD is classified as a trawler.

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