Globe Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Globe Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 27.432 N,0 49.399 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.457200
  • Longitude: 0.823317
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GLOBE
Type barge
Tonnage 54
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 25, 1941
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 1967
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H01001/40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 512724N, 004930E [OGB]. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) NCA. H2984/67 12.9.67 ON CANT SHOAL. POSITIONS GIVEN ARE VERY APPROXIMATE AND SWEEPING OF THIS SITE REVEALED NO WRECKAGE. (HM MEDWAY). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 10, 2004

Circumstances of loss

MINED.

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FAQ

Where is the GLOBE wreck located?

The GLOBE wreck is located at coordinates 51 27.432 N,0 49.399 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GLOBE?

The seabed around the GLOBE lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the GLOBE sink?

The GLOBE sank on Feb 25, 1941.

When was the wreck of the GLOBE discovered?

The wreck of the GLOBE was discovered in 1941.

What was the tonnage of the GLOBE?

The GLOBE had a tonnage of 54 tons.

What type of wreck is the GLOBE?

The GLOBE is classified as a barge.