Anticipator Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Anticipator Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 41.867 N,2 29.42 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.697783
  • Longitude: 2.490333
Water Depth 29 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ANTICIPATOR
Type fishing vessel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 11, 1923
Original Detection Year 1923
Last Detection Year 1998
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The underwater wreck known as the ANTICIPATOR is located at coordinates 51 41.867 N, 2 29.42 E, situated in the North Sea near the North Hinder Light Vessel. Historical hydrographic data from the UK Hydrographic Office notes the site as a non-dangerous wreck (NDW) that was previously identified as Position Approximate (PA). Following extensive surveys between 1980 and 1993, the obstruction was analyzed across multiple Netherlands maritime charts. The wreck was officially deleted from hydrographic records as of 1998, documented in Netherlands Notice to Mariners 24/342/98. These coordinates represent a historic maritime site in the North Sea region.

Surveying Details

H347/23 7.2.23 NDW IN 514155N, 022930E APPROX, OR 8M NNW OF N HINDER LTV. (CAPT CG, HULL). INS AS NDW PA. BR STD. H2820/71 9.12.80 H2820/71 9.12.80 NOT SHOWN ON HRMS BUYSKES SURVEY APR '80 [K8495/2]. H1271/83 21.4.83 H1271/83 21.4.83 NDW PA SHOWN IN 514155N, 022930E ON NETHERLANDS 1349 [1983 EDN]. BR STD. 26.4.89 26.4.89 NOT SHOWN ON NETHERLANDS SURVEY DEC '87-MAR '88 [M1326/5-8]. NCA YET. 6.9.93 6.9.93 SHOWN IN 514153N, 022930E [EUR] ON NETHERLANDS 3371 [1993 EDN]. NCA. HH340/530/04 6.7.98 HH340/530/04 6.7.98 DELETED. (NETHERLANDS NM 24/342/98). - NM 2815/98.

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING FIRE. (HULL CG)

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FAQ

Where is the ANTICIPATOR wreck located?

The ANTICIPATOR wreck is located at coordinates 51 41.867 N,2 29.42 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ANTICIPATOR?

The seabed around the ANTICIPATOR lies at approximately 29 meters deep.

When did the ANTICIPATOR sink?

The ANTICIPATOR sank on Jan 11, 1923.

When was the wreck of the ANTICIPATOR discovered?

The wreck of the ANTICIPATOR was discovered in 1923.

What type of wreck is the ANTICIPATOR?

The ANTICIPATOR is classified as a fishing vessel.

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