Hms Royal James (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hms royal james (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 20.128 N,1 42.075 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.335467
  • Longitude: 1.701250
Water Depth 9 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS ROYAL JAMES (POSSIBLY)
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 1426
Tonnage Type builders' measurement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 28, 1672
Original Detection Year 1987
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source diver
Surveying Details 18.5.87 TWO WKS LOCATED IN 522006N, 014211E [OGB] LYING CLOSE TOGETHER. THE LARGER DATES FROM 17TH CENTURY. THE SMALLER LIES SCOUR OF THE LARGER AND DATES FROM 1900 - 1930. ITEMS OF PERSONAL CLOTHING FOUND. BELL DIVING CO. HAS CLAIMED SALVAGE RIGHTS FOR THESE WKS. (TELECON G FURSE/G SPENCE, BELL DIVING CONTRACTORS LTD). NCA YET. FOR FILING ONLY. H4078/78 25.10.88 WK, THOUGHT TO BE THAT OF ROYAL JAMES, HAS BEEN LOCATED OFF SOUTHWOLD BY MR GEORGE SPENCE. (D TELEGRAPH, 8.10.88). POSSIBLY THIS WK. SEP 2016/000091758 21.7.17 NOT LOCATED BY M/B SURVEY 2016-2017. (GARDLINE, HI 1494). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jul 21, 2017

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING A FIRE, CAUSED BY A DUTCH FIRESHIP, DURING THE BATTLE OF SOLEBAY.

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FAQ

Where is the HMS ROYAL JAMES (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The HMS ROYAL JAMES (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 52 20.128 N,1 42.075 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS ROYAL JAMES (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the HMS ROYAL JAMES (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 9 meters deep.

When did the HMS ROYAL JAMES (POSSIBLY) sink?

The HMS ROYAL JAMES (POSSIBLY) sank on May 28, 1672.

When was the wreck of the HMS ROYAL JAMES (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the HMS ROYAL JAMES (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1987.

What country did the HMS ROYAL JAMES (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The HMS ROYAL JAMES (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS ROYAL JAMES (POSSIBLY)?

The HMS ROYAL JAMES (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1426 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS ROYAL JAMES (POSSIBLY)?

The HMS ROYAL JAMES (POSSIBLY) is classified as a sailing vessel.

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