Hms Boy Andrew (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hms boy andrew (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 3.623 N,3 1.789 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.060383
  • Longitude: -3.029817
Water Depth 27 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS BOY ANDREW (POSSIBLY)
Type drifter
Flag GB
Tonnage 97
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 9, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 2006
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck identified as HMS Boy Andrew is located in the North Sea off the coast of Scotland at coordinates 56 3.623 N, 3 1.789 W. This underwater obstruction was formally identified during a route survey conducted in November 2005. While historical records from 1941 and 1960 initially failed to locate the vessel, modern hydrographic data confirmed the presence of an uncharted wreck at this specific location. The site is currently charted as a non-dangerous wreck and serves as a point of interest for maritime researchers and local navigation.

Surveying Details

H03923/41 [NO DATE] AREA SWEPT TO 8FMS. NO WRECK. NCA. H2618/60 29.7.60 NOT LOCATED. (HMS SCOTT 1959). AMENDED TO DEAD. 30.5.06 UNCHARTED WK LOCATED 20.11.05 IN 5603.623N, 0301.789W [WGD]. (HMS CATTISTOCK, ROUTE SURVEY OCT-NOV 2005). POSSIBLY THIS VESSEL. INS AS NDW. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

EX-SUNBURST. BUILT IN 1918 BY JOHN LEWIS & SONS OF ABERDEEN FOR THE ADMIRALTY AS AN ARMED PATROL DRIFTER. LAID UP AN SOLD IN 1921, RENAMED BOY ANDREW. HIRED AGAIN AS AN ARMED PATROL VESSEL FROM 1940. LOST FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH SS ST ROGNVALD. ALL 13 CREW LOST. (SIBI & SHIPWRECKS OF THE FORTH & TAY).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS BOY ANDREW (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The HMS BOY ANDREW (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 56 3.623 N,3 1.789 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS BOY ANDREW (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the HMS BOY ANDREW (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 27 meters deep.

When did the HMS BOY ANDREW (POSSIBLY) sink?

The HMS BOY ANDREW (POSSIBLY) sank on Nov 9, 1941.

When was the wreck of the HMS BOY ANDREW (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the HMS BOY ANDREW (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1941.

What country did the HMS BOY ANDREW (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The HMS BOY ANDREW (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS BOY ANDREW (POSSIBLY)?

The HMS BOY ANDREW (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 97 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS BOY ANDREW (POSSIBLY)?

The HMS BOY ANDREW (POSSIBLY) is classified as a drifter.

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