Danae (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Danae (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 35 N,3 11.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.583333
  • Longitude: -3.191667
Water Depth 110 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DANAE (POSSIBLY)
Type carrier
Flag FR
Tonnage 1505
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 23, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 2020
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 22.2.80 NDW PA IN 593500N, 031130W. (US P/O DTD 16.10.76). NCA. 13.5.96 DATA RE-ASSESSED. SINKING POSN FOR DANAE GIVEN AS '80MILES NW OF CAPE WRATH'. (WW1SL). NOT LIKELY TO BE THIS WRECK.
Last Amended Date Mar 11, 2020

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE. PASSAGE LIVERPOOL FOR ARCHANGEL. (LLWW1).

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FAQ

Where is the DANAE (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The DANAE (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 59 35 N,3 11.5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DANAE (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the DANAE (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 110 meters deep.

When did the DANAE (POSSIBLY) sink?

The DANAE (POSSIBLY) sank on Jul 23, 1915.

When was the wreck of the DANAE (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the DANAE (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1915.

What country did the DANAE (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The DANAE (POSSIBLY) belonged to FR.

What was the tonnage of the DANAE (POSSIBLY)?

The DANAE (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1505 tons.

What type of wreck is the DANAE (POSSIBLY)?

The DANAE (POSSIBLY) is classified as a carrier.

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