Courage Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Courage Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 11.496 N,4 50.066 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.191600
  • Longitude: -4.834433
Water Depth 55 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name COURAGE
Type fishing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 51
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 30, 1917
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1999
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details SUNK 6 MILES W BY N FROM LUNDY N LT HO. FOR FILING ONLY. HH090/799/01 2.9.99 HH090/799/01 2.9.99 NOT LOCATED IN 5111.467N, 0450.00W [OGB]. DISPROVED. (NP 1008, HI 799). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1914 AT BRIXHAM, UNITED KINGDOM. SINGLE SHAFT, 3 CYLINDER , TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE. VESSEL SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM AN UNIDENTIFIED GERMAN SUBMARINE. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the COURAGE wreck located?

The COURAGE wreck is located at coordinates 51 11.496 N,4 50.066 W.

How deep is the seabed around the COURAGE?

The seabed around the COURAGE lies at approximately 55 meters deep.

When did the COURAGE sink?

The COURAGE sank on Nov 30, 1917.

When was the wreck of the COURAGE discovered?

The wreck of the COURAGE was discovered in 1917.

What country did the COURAGE belong to?

The COURAGE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the COURAGE carrying?

The COURAGE was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the COURAGE?

The COURAGE had a tonnage of 51 tons.

What type of wreck is the COURAGE?

The COURAGE is classified as a fishing vessel.

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