Amiens Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Amiens Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 25.033 N,5 35.06 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.417217
  • Longitude: -5.584333
Wreck Depth 40 m
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AMIENS
Type merchant vessel
Flag GB
Length 73.2 m
Width 11 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 1548
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 16, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 2000
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details H067/41 16.4.41 SUNK IN 502500N, 053500W. (C-IN-C PLYMOUTH, 16.4.41). H5872/52 20.11.53 CHART AS NDW(PA) (WRECKS) IN 502500N, 053500W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) - NC 1149. 4.5.78 NOW CHARTED AS WKS USC PA 40MTRS [3 WKS IN THIS POSN]. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) - NC 1178. HH090/799/01 20.12.00 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (NP 1008, HI 799). AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Dec 20, 2000

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT IN 1918 BY DUBLIN DOCKYARD CO. AND OWNED AT THE TIME OF LOSS BY HARRIES BROS. & CO., WAS BOMBED AND SUNK 15M OFF ST. IVES BAY WHILST EN-ROUTE FROM CARDIFF TO PORTSMOUTH. (DODS & LL WW2).

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FAQ

Where is the AMIENS wreck located?

The AMIENS wreck is located at coordinates 50 25.033 N,5 35.06 W.

How deep is the AMIENS and where exactly is it located?

The AMIENS lies at a depth of about 40 meters and is located at coordinates 50 25.033 N,5 35.06 W.

How deep is the seabed around the AMIENS?

The seabed around the AMIENS lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the AMIENS sink?

The AMIENS sank on Apr 16, 1941.

When was the wreck of the AMIENS discovered?

The wreck of the AMIENS was discovered in 1941.

What country did the AMIENS belong to?

The AMIENS belonged to GB.

What cargo was the AMIENS carrying?

The AMIENS was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the AMIENS?

The AMIENS had a tonnage of 1548 tons.

What type of wreck is the AMIENS?

The AMIENS is classified as a merchant vessel.

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