Galeka (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Galeka (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
49 34.2 N,0 5.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.570000
  • Longitude: 0.091667
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GALEKA (PROBABLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 134.1 m
Width 16.2 m
Draught 9.1
Tonnage 6772
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 28, 1916
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 1921
Original Source national HO/authority notice to mariners
Surveying Details H7887/16 22.12.16 H7887/16 22.12.16 WK PA IN 493415N, 000530E. (PARIS NM). CHART AS WK PA [OLD SYMBOL] (1916). - FNM 2/17. H6358/19 H6358/19 WK IN 493412N, 000530E APPROX. FUNNEL & MASTS VISIBLE. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA. H3202/21 26.5.21 H3202/21 26.5.21 NOT SHOWN ON FR CHART. DELETED. AMENDED TO DEAD. SQ. DATE [11.11].
Last Amended Date Apr 23, 2001

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1899 BY HARLAND & WOLFF, STRUCK A MINE OFF CAP DE LA HAGUE & WAS BEACHED NEAR LE HAVRE. SALVAGE ATTEMPTS UNSUCCESSFUL. (DODS).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 49 34.2 N,0 5.5 E
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FAQ

Where is the GALEKA (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The GALEKA (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 49 34.2 N,0 5.5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GALEKA (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the GALEKA (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the GALEKA (PROBABLY) sink?

The GALEKA (PROBABLY) sank on Oct 28, 1916.

When was the wreck of the GALEKA (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the GALEKA (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1916.

What country did the GALEKA (PROBABLY) belong to?

The GALEKA (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the GALEKA (PROBABLY)?

The GALEKA (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 6772 tons.

What type of wreck is the GALEKA (PROBABLY)?

The GALEKA (PROBABLY) is classified as a steam ship.