John Alfred Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
John alfred Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 56.257 N,0 43.269 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.937617
  • Longitude: -0.721150
Water Depth 64 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name JOHN ALFRED
Type drifter
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 19, 1927
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1927
Last Detection Year 1988
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H3358/27 27.5.27 H3358/27 27.5.27 SANK APPROX 24 MILES E BY S FROM THE TYNE. (LL 21.5.27). POSN 545615N, 004310W FOR FILING ONLY. H6331/87 12.10.88 H6331/87 12.10.88 NOT FOUND DURING SONAR SEARCH. DOES NOT EXIST IN THIS POSN. (LAND & MARINE ENG. LTD, HI 141B). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 13, 2007

Circumstances of loss

SANK FOLLOWING COLLISION WITH UNKNOWN SS. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the JOHN ALFRED wreck located?

The JOHN ALFRED wreck is located at coordinates 54 56.257 N,0 43.269 W.

How deep is the seabed around the JOHN ALFRED?

The seabed around the JOHN ALFRED lies at approximately 64 meters deep.

When did the JOHN ALFRED sink?

The JOHN ALFRED sank on May 19, 1927.

When was the wreck of the JOHN ALFRED discovered?

The wreck of the JOHN ALFRED was discovered in 1927.

What country did the JOHN ALFRED belong to?

The JOHN ALFRED belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the JOHN ALFRED?

The JOHN ALFRED is classified as a drifter.

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