Fileur Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Fileur Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
49 22.44 N,3 51.09 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.374000
  • Longitude: -3.851500
Wreck Depth 79 m
Water Depth 85 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FILEUR
Type sailing vessel
Flag FR
Tonnage 89
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 24, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1988
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H1690/19 SUNK IN 492230N, 035100W. (FRENCH NM). INS ON CHARTS. H1291/28 AMENDED TO NDW 1918. 9.8.88 DELETED. SEE [22999].
Last Amended Date Aug 9, 1988

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE. METHOD UNKNOWN. (WW1SL). SUNK BY GUNFIRE. (FRENCH WK RECORDS).

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FAQ

Where is the FILEUR wreck located?

The FILEUR wreck is located at coordinates 49 22.44 N,3 51.09 W.

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

The FILEUR lies at a depth of about 79 meters and is located at coordinates 49 22.44 N,3 51.09 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FILEUR?

The seabed around the FILEUR lies at approximately 85 meters deep.

When did the FILEUR sink?

The FILEUR sank on Mar 24, 1918.

When was the wreck of the FILEUR discovered?

The wreck of the FILEUR was discovered in 1918.

What country did the FILEUR belong to?

The FILEUR belonged to FR.

What was the tonnage of the FILEUR?

The FILEUR had a tonnage of 89 tons.

What type of wreck is the FILEUR?

The FILEUR is classified as a sailing vessel.