Acantha Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Acantha Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
55 29.002 N,0 38.105 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.483367
  • Longitude: -0.635083
Water Depth 80 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ACANTHA
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 322
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 5, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 2009
Original Source other
Surveying Details 22.4.75 22.4.75 TOPEDOED ABOUT 40 MILES NE OF THE TYNE. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS, VOL 13). POSN 552900N, 003800W FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. 15.5.75 15.5.75 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 25M E BY N OF LONGSTONE. (WW1SL). NCA. 14.4.09 14.4.09 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (GARDLINE GEOSURVEY, HI 1153). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDEOD BY U-10. PASSAGE LA GOULETTE FOR MIDDLESBROUGH. (LLWW1, WW1SL & NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS, VOL. 13).

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FAQ

Where is the ACANTHA wreck located?

The ACANTHA wreck is located at coordinates 55 29.002 N,0 38.105 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ACANTHA?

The seabed around the ACANTHA lies at approximately 80 meters deep.

When did the ACANTHA sink?

The ACANTHA sank on Apr 5, 1915.

When was the wreck of the ACANTHA discovered?

The wreck of the ACANTHA was discovered in 1915.

What country did the ACANTHA belong to?

The ACANTHA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ACANTHA carrying?

The ACANTHA was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the ACANTHA?

The ACANTHA had a tonnage of 322 tons.

What type of wreck is the ACANTHA?

The ACANTHA is classified as a trawler.