Gazelle Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Gazelle Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 15 N,1 31.333 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.250000
  • Longitude: 1.522217
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GAZELLE
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 119
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 2, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H3691/19 9.5.19 WRECK 'GAZELLE' LIES ABOUT 400 METRES EAST OF BUOY NO 1 OFF THE NW PASSAGE OF THE SOMME IN APPROX 501500N, 013120E. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). H2537/28 16.8.28 NCA. POSN 501500N, 013120E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jan 26, 2017

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY BOMBS FROM U-BOAT 20M SSW FROM DUNGENESS. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the GAZELLE wreck located?

The GAZELLE wreck is located at coordinates 50 15 N,1 31.333 E.

When did the GAZELLE sink?

The GAZELLE sank on Mar 2, 1917.

When was the wreck of the GAZELLE discovered?

The wreck of the GAZELLE was discovered in 1917.

What country did the GAZELLE belong to?

The GAZELLE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the GAZELLE?

The GAZELLE had a tonnage of 119 tons.

What type of wreck is the GAZELLE?

The GAZELLE is classified as a sailing vessel.

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