Hero Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hero Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 55.006 N,1 21.097 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.916767
  • Longitude: -1.351617
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HERO
Type tug
Flag GB
Tonnage 66
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 28, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1998
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details H2433/71 25.9.74 AREA WAS CLOSE SOUNDED BY E/S 772. NOTHING FOUND. (HMS EGERIA 1974). HH090/796/01 23.12.98 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 796). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

MINED AT THE ENTRANCE TO RIVER WEAR. ONLY THE CAPTAIN KILLED. (WW1BRMSL).

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FAQ

Where is the HERO wreck located?

The HERO wreck is located at coordinates 54 55.006 N,1 21.097 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HERO?

The seabed around the HERO lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the HERO sink?

The HERO sank on Mar 28, 1917.

When was the wreck of the HERO discovered?

The wreck of the HERO was discovered in 1917.

What country did the HERO belong to?

The HERO belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HERO?

The HERO had a tonnage of 66 tons.

What type of wreck is the HERO?

The HERO is classified as a tug.

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