Edale Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Edale Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 21.133 N,7 18.05 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.352217
  • Longitude: -7.300833
Wreck Depth 73 m
Water Depth 102 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EDALE
Type merchant vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 3110
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 1, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 1978
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SUNK 45M NW BY W FROM SCILLY ISLES. (WW1SL). GIVES APPROX POSN 502106N, 071800W. 11.11.75 11.11.75 CHARTED AS USC PA 40FMS. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). - NE 2649. 30.1.78 30.1.78 CHARTED AS USC 73MTRS. [STS TO SHOW PA]. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). - NC 2649.
Last Amended Date Jan 18, 1999

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY SUBMARINE 45M NW BY W FROM SCILLY ISLES (WW1SL). 15.5.75 15.5.75 SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U.30 EN ROUTE FROM SOUTH AMERICA TO MANCHESTER. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS VOL 13).

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FAQ

Where is the EDALE wreck located?

The EDALE wreck is located at coordinates 50 21.133 N,7 18.05 W.

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

The EDALE lies at a depth of about 73 meters and is located at coordinates 50 21.133 N,7 18.05 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EDALE?

The seabed around the EDALE lies at approximately 102 meters deep.

When did the EDALE sink?

The EDALE sank on May 1, 1915.

When was the wreck of the EDALE discovered?

The wreck of the EDALE was discovered in 1915.

What country did the EDALE belong to?

The EDALE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the EDALE carrying?

The EDALE was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the EDALE?

The EDALE had a tonnage of 3110 tons.

What type of wreck is the EDALE?

The EDALE is classified as a merchant vessel.

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