Anna Wonsild Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Anna wonsild Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		43 56.43 N,5 41.29 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.940500
  • Longitude: -5.688167
Water Depth 600 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ANNA WONSILD
Type motor vessel
Flag DK
Length 73.5 m
Width 10.4 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 499
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 29, 1972
Original Detection Year 1972
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 8.6.72 8.6.72 SANK IN 435630N, 054112W (LL 208). NCA. TOO DEEP TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SANK AFTER CARGO SHIFTED DUE TO HIGH SEAS 50 MILES OFF GIJON. EN-ROUTE KINGS LYNN. ALL CREW SAVED BAR ONE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY WONSILD AND SON OF COPENHAGEN.

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FAQ

Where is the ANNA WONSILD wreck located?

The ANNA WONSILD wreck is located at coordinates 43 56.43 N,5 41.29 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ANNA WONSILD?

The seabed around the ANNA WONSILD lies at approximately 600 meters deep.

When did the ANNA WONSILD sink?

The ANNA WONSILD sank on Apr 29, 1972.

When was the wreck of the ANNA WONSILD discovered?

The wreck of the ANNA WONSILD was discovered in 1972.

What country did the ANNA WONSILD belong to?

The ANNA WONSILD belonged to DK.

What cargo was the ANNA WONSILD carrying?

The ANNA WONSILD was carrying metal: concentrate and products,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the ANNA WONSILD?

The ANNA WONSILD had a tonnage of 499 tons.

What type of wreck is the ANNA WONSILD?

The ANNA WONSILD is classified as a motor vessel.

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