Crown Of India Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Crown of india Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 14.63 N,6 53.79 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.243833
  • Longitude: -6.896500
Water Depth 87 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CROWN OF INDIA
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Length 84.3 m
Width 12.6 m
Draught 7.3
Tonnage 2034
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 12, 1915
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 1989
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SUNK 70 MILES WSW FROM ST ANNS HEAD. (WW1SL). POSN 511436N, 065345W APPROX. NCA. 30.1.78 30.1.78 INS AS NDW IN 511436N, 065345W. NC 2649. H6346/87 15.11.89 H6346/87 15.11.89 NOT FOUND. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 429). DELETE. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1885 BY RAMAGE & FERGUSON, LEITH. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY J JOYCE & CO, LIVERPOOL. PASSAGE BARRY FOR PERNAMBUCO. CAPTURED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE AND SUNK BY GUNFIRE. (WW1SL & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the CROWN OF INDIA wreck located?

The CROWN OF INDIA wreck is located at coordinates 51 14.63 N,6 53.79 W.

How deep is the seabed around the CROWN OF INDIA?

The seabed around the CROWN OF INDIA lies at approximately 87 meters deep.

When did the CROWN OF INDIA sink?

The CROWN OF INDIA sank on Jun 12, 1915.

When was the wreck of the CROWN OF INDIA discovered?

The wreck of the CROWN OF INDIA was discovered in 1915.

What country did the CROWN OF INDIA belong to?

The CROWN OF INDIA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the CROWN OF INDIA carrying?

The CROWN OF INDIA was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the CROWN OF INDIA?

The CROWN OF INDIA had a tonnage of 2034 tons.

What type of wreck is the CROWN OF INDIA?

The CROWN OF INDIA is classified as a sailing vessel.