Hms Unicity Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hms unicity Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 6.838 N,1 29.263 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.113967
  • Longitude: -1.487717
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS UNICITY
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 96
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 31, 1942
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1942
Last Detection Year 1998
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H0749/42 19.12.42 SANK IN 550650N, 012910W, OR 178DEGS, 2.2C FROM BLYTHE PIER. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED)- NM 2781(T)/42. H0749/42 15.4.43 INS AS DW. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED)- NM 782/43. H0749/42 10.8.42 DELETED. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). - NM 1702/43. HH090/796/01 8.1.99 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 796). AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 11, 2008

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1919, HIRED AS A MINESWEEPER IN DEC '39. CAPSIZED AND SANK WHILE ON SWEEPING DUTIES. VEESEL RAISED & BROKEN UP IN 1943. (SIBI, SHIPS OF ROYAL NAVY)

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FAQ

Where is the HMS UNICITY wreck located?

The HMS UNICITY wreck is located at coordinates 55 6.838 N,1 29.263 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS UNICITY?

The seabed around the HMS UNICITY lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When did the HMS UNICITY sink?

The HMS UNICITY sank on Jan 31, 1942.

When was the wreck of the HMS UNICITY discovered?

The wreck of the HMS UNICITY was discovered in 1942.

What country did the HMS UNICITY belong to?

The HMS UNICITY belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS UNICITY?

The HMS UNICITY had a tonnage of 96 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS UNICITY?

The HMS UNICITY is classified as a steam ship.

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