Etonian (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Etonian (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 4.03 N,8 2.04 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.067167
  • Longitude: -8.034000
Water Depth 98 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ETONIAN (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 144.8 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 7
Tonnage 6515
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 23, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1989
Original Source other
Surveying Details 27.3.18 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 510000N, 083000W. (AP QUEENSTOWN - M.08095). 28.3.18 POSN OF TORPEDO ATTACK 511200N, 080700W. (IDAC C.O. MARNE - M03359). 28.3.18 POSN 510900N, 080000W. (IDSA - MASTER - M.03359). 8.2.89 OBSTN, POSSIBLY WK, 140MTRS LONG LOCATED IN APPROX POSN 510400N, 080200W. (A BENSTEAD-SMITH, RACAL-DECCA, TELECON). FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. SEP 2020/000263990 29.9.18 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATASET (2018). (INFOMAR/CV18_03). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Nov 2, 2020

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1898 BY FURNESS WITHY & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY F LEYLAND & CO. TRIPLE-EXPANSION ENGINE OF 842 NHP. PASSAGE LIVERPOOL FOR BOSTON. TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY U-61. TOOK 6 HOURS TO SINK. SEVEN CREW LOST. CAPTAIN AMONG SURVIVORS. (WW1SL & DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the ETONIAN (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The ETONIAN (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 51 4.03 N,8 2.04 W.

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

The seabed around the ETONIAN (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 98 meters deep.

When did the ETONIAN (POSSIBLY) sink?

The ETONIAN (POSSIBLY) sank on Mar 23, 1918.

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

The wreck of the ETONIAN (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1918.

What country did the ETONIAN (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The ETONIAN (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ETONIAN (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The ETONIAN (POSSIBLY) was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the ETONIAN (POSSIBLY)?

The ETONIAN (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 6515 tons.

What type of wreck is the ETONIAN (POSSIBLY)?

The ETONIAN (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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