Dependence Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Dependence Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 55.786 N,5 21.644 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.929767
  • Longitude: -5.360733
Wreck Depth 45 m
Water Depth 61 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DEPENDENCE
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Length 26 m
Width 6.4 m
Draught 3.3
Tonnage 120
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo stone
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 15, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2005
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SUNK 6M W FROM LIZARD. (WW1SL). GIVES POSN 495548N, 052105W. 19.6.78 19.6.78 WK IN 495545N, 052135W [OGB] USING DECCA. (E GILES). H1270/74 30.6.81 H1270/74 30.6.81 CHART AS USC 45MTRS IN 495545N, 052135W. BR STD. HH091/059/01 1.4.05 HH091/059/01 1.4.05 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 1059). AMEND DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Apr 1, 2005

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED AND BOMBED BY SUBMARINE 6M W FROM THE LIZARD. (WWISL). SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE 6M DUE E OF THE LIZARD WHILST EN ROUTE FROM DIEPPE TO LIVERPOOL. (LL WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the DEPENDENCE wreck located?

The DEPENDENCE wreck is located at coordinates 49 55.786 N,5 21.644 W.

How deep is the DEPENDENCE and where exactly is it located?

The DEPENDENCE lies at a depth of about 45 meters and is located at coordinates 49 55.786 N,5 21.644 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DEPENDENCE?

The seabed around the DEPENDENCE lies at approximately 61 meters deep.

When did the DEPENDENCE sink?

The DEPENDENCE sank on Sep 15, 1917.

When was the wreck of the DEPENDENCE discovered?

The wreck of the DEPENDENCE was discovered in 1917.

What country did the DEPENDENCE belong to?

The DEPENDENCE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the DEPENDENCE carrying?

The DEPENDENCE was carrying stone.

What was the tonnage of the DEPENDENCE?

The DEPENDENCE had a tonnage of 120 tons.

What type of wreck is the DEPENDENCE?

The DEPENDENCE is classified as a sailing vessel.

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