East Point Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
East point Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 8.286 N,4 3.518 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.138100
  • Longitude: -4.058633
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EAST POINT
Type cruiser (merchant)
Flag GB
Tonnage 5234
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 9, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1973
Original Source other
Surveying Details H4808/72 29.12.72 WK REPD IN 500815N, 040327W [OGB] USING DECCA. (MR CALKIN, 1972). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. H4741/72 3.1.73 NOT MENTIONED IN SURVEY SO EXISTENCE DOUBTFUL. NOTHING ON SONAR PLOT AREA IN VICINITY EXAMINED FOR EAST POINT BUT NOTHING FOUND. (HMS HECATE, 1972). AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Aug 27, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT BY J L THOMPSON & SONS LTD. PASSAGE LONDON FOR PHILADEOPHIA. TORPEDOED BY U-48 9M EAST BY SOUTH HALF SOUTH FROM EDDYSTONE. (WW1SL & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the EAST POINT wreck located?

The EAST POINT wreck is located at coordinates 50 8.286 N,4 3.518 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EAST POINT?

The seabed around the EAST POINT lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the EAST POINT sink?

The EAST POINT sank on Mar 9, 1917.

When was the wreck of the EAST POINT discovered?

The wreck of the EAST POINT was discovered in 1917.

What country did the EAST POINT belong to?

The EAST POINT belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the EAST POINT?

The EAST POINT had a tonnage of 5234 tons.

What type of wreck is the EAST POINT?

The EAST POINT is classified as a cruiser (merchant).

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