Hms True Accord (Probably) Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Hms true accord (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
53 3.074 N,1 59.629 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 53.051233
- Longitude: 1.993817
|
| Wreck Depth |
33 m
|
| Water Depth |
36 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
HMS TRUE ACCORD (PROBABLY) |
|
Type
|
drifter
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Sonar Length |
35 |
| Sonar Width |
10 |
| Shadow Height |
1 |
| Orientation |
110 |
| Tonnage |
92 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Dec 26, 1940
|
| Bottom Texture |
Sand |
| Original Detection Year |
1940 |
| Last Detection Year |
1991 |
| Original Source |
other |
| Last Amended Date |
Jun 10, 2002 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
HMS True Accord (Probably) is an underwater shipwreck located in the North Sea off the east coast of England at coordinates 53 3.074 N, 1 59.629 E. Historical records indicate the vessel sank around 1945, with subsequent hydrographic surveys examining the site. The wreck lies on its side in an area of seabed mega ripples, oriented at a 110/290 degree heading. Dimensional surveys record the site with a length of 35 meters, a width of 10 meters, and a height of less than 1 meter above the seabed. The general depth in the area is 36 meters, with the least echo sounder depth measured at 33.6 meters, swept clear at 33.5 meters and foul at 34.0 meters.
Surveying Details
SANK IN 530230N, 020000E, APPROX. H03210/45 25.6.45 SONAR CONTACT OBTAINED IN 530230N, 020000E. (C IN C CHATHAM, 15.6.45). NCA. HH090/524/01 7.1.92 WK EXAM'D 20.7.91 IN 530302.9N, 015944.4E [OGB] USING SYLEDIS. SWEPT CLEAR AT 33.5, FOUL AT 34.0MTRS. LEAST E/S DEPTH 33.6 IN GEN DEPTH 36MTRS. DCS3 HT <1MTR, LENGTH 35MTRS, WIDTH 10MTRS. LIES ON ITS SIDE ORIENTATED 110/290 DEG IN AREA OF 'MEGA RIPPLES'. DIFFICULT TO SWEEP. (LAND & MARINE, HI 525). INS AS WK 33MTRS. BR STD.
Circumstances of loss
BUILT IN 1921. HIRED AS MINESWEEPER 12.1939. USED AS AUX PATROL DRIFTER FROM 8.1940. SANK FOLLOWING A COLLISION.
WRECK MAP LOADING ...
53 3.074 N,1 59.629 E
Hms True Accord (Probably) on Wreck Map
Hms True Accord (Probably) Wreck on Google Map
FAQ
Where is the HMS TRUE ACCORD (PROBABLY) wreck located?
The HMS TRUE ACCORD (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 53 3.074 N,1 59.629 E.
How deep is the HMS TRUE ACCORD (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?
The HMS TRUE ACCORD (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 33 meters and is located at coordinates 53 3.074 N,1 59.629 E.
How deep is the seabed around the HMS TRUE ACCORD (PROBABLY)?
The seabed around the HMS TRUE ACCORD (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 36 meters deep.
When did the HMS TRUE ACCORD (PROBABLY) sink?
The HMS TRUE ACCORD (PROBABLY) sank on Dec 26, 1940.
When was the wreck of the HMS TRUE ACCORD (PROBABLY) discovered?
The wreck of the HMS TRUE ACCORD (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1940.
What country did the HMS TRUE ACCORD (PROBABLY) belong to?
The HMS TRUE ACCORD (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.
What was the tonnage of the HMS TRUE ACCORD (PROBABLY)?
The HMS TRUE ACCORD (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 92 tons.
What type of wreck is the HMS TRUE ACCORD (PROBABLY)?
The HMS TRUE ACCORD (PROBABLY) is classified as a drifter.
General Comments
ON ITS SIDE