Young Frank Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Young frank Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 54.026 N,2 31.384 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.900433
  • Longitude: 2.523067
Water Depth 34 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name YOUNG FRANK
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 49
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 23, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 1969
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Surveying Details

25.8.15 25.8.15 POSN 525400N, 023130E FROM DR FOWLERS BOOK. H6411/21 H6411/21 INS ON 1408. H4282/26 14.10.26 H4282/26 14.10.26 AMEND NDW (1915)(PA). H335/31 14.1.31 H335/31 14.1.31 AMEND NDWPA. H3730/69 3.6.69 H3730/69 3.6.69 NOT FOUND AFTER INTENSIVE SEARCH BY SONAR & E/S. (HMS BULLDOG 1969). DELETE. BR STD. 20.11.72 20.11.72 SHOWN IN 525358N, 023130E [EUR] ON NETHERLANDS FISHERIES 1954 [7.11.72]. NCA. HH090/616/01 21.11.94 HH090/616/01 21.11.94 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 616). AMENDED TO DEAD.

Circumstances of loss

BOMBED & SUNK BY SUBMARINE (WW1SL). SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE 38MILES NE BY E FROM LOWESTOFT. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS VOL 14).

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FAQ

Where is the YOUNG FRANK wreck located?

The YOUNG FRANK wreck is located at coordinates 52 54.026 N,2 31.384 E.

How deep is the seabed around the YOUNG FRANK?

The seabed around the YOUNG FRANK lies at approximately 34 meters deep.

When did the YOUNG FRANK sink?

The YOUNG FRANK sank on Aug 23, 1915.

When was the wreck of the YOUNG FRANK discovered?

The wreck of the YOUNG FRANK was discovered in 1915.

What country did the YOUNG FRANK belong to?

The YOUNG FRANK belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the YOUNG FRANK?

The YOUNG FRANK had a tonnage of 49 tons.

What type of wreck is the YOUNG FRANK?

The YOUNG FRANK is classified as a fishing vessel.

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