Joshua Nicholson Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Joshua nicholson Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 56.703 N,5 48.558 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.945050
  • Longitude: -5.809300
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name JOSHUA NICHOLSON
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 82.3 m
Width 10.7 m
Draught 7.6
Tonnage 1853
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo armament,non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,metal: concentrate and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 18, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2002
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SUNK OFF WOLF ROCK. (WW1SL). APPROX POSN 495640N, 054830W FOR FILING ONLY. H2590/76 19.3.76 POSN NOT EXAMINED - CLOSE OFF WOLF ROCK. (HMS HECLA, HI 1A/75). H3841/86 22.1.88 NO WK OR OTHER BOTTOM CONTACTS WERE DETECTED DURING THOROUGH SEARCH IN THIS POSN USING HYDROSEARCH. (HMS BULLDOG, HI 360). AMENDED TO ABEY. HH100/351/18 21.2.02 JOSHUA NICHOLSON LOCATED IN 5001.783N, 0540.166W [WGD]. (J ROSEVEARE, E-MAIL DTD 20.2.02) DATA RE-ASSESSED. AMENDED TO DEAD. SEE WRECK RECORD 17356.
Last Amended Date Feb 21, 2002

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY A GERMAN SUBMARINE OFF WOLF ROCK WHILST EN ROUTE FROM LONDON TO ALEXANDRIA. (LL WW1 & WW1SL).

General Comments

See Also: 17356

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FAQ

Where is the JOSHUA NICHOLSON wreck located?

The JOSHUA NICHOLSON wreck is located at coordinates 49 56.703 N,5 48.558 W.

How deep is the seabed around the JOSHUA NICHOLSON?

The seabed around the JOSHUA NICHOLSON lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the JOSHUA NICHOLSON sink?

The JOSHUA NICHOLSON sank on Mar 18, 1917.

When was the wreck of the JOSHUA NICHOLSON discovered?

The wreck of the JOSHUA NICHOLSON was discovered in 1917.

What country did the JOSHUA NICHOLSON belong to?

The JOSHUA NICHOLSON belonged to GB.

What cargo was the JOSHUA NICHOLSON carrying?

The JOSHUA NICHOLSON was carrying armament,non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,metal: concentrate and products.

What was the tonnage of the JOSHUA NICHOLSON?

The JOSHUA NICHOLSON had a tonnage of 1853 tons.

What type of wreck is the JOSHUA NICHOLSON?

The JOSHUA NICHOLSON is classified as a steam ship.

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