Juno Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Juno Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 40 N,1 30 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.666667
  • Longitude: -1.500000
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name JUNO
Type military vessel
Flag NL
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 12, 1786
Original Detection Year 1970
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 14.4.70 14.4.70 REPORTED IN LLOYDS LIST OF 15.12.1786 TO BE STRANDED IN FRESHWATER BAY. DATE OF SINKING ASSUMED TO BE APPROX 12.12.1786 AS IT TOOK 3 DAYS FOR INFORMATION TO COME THROUGH THEN FROM THE ISLE OF WIGHT. CAPTAIN OF VESSEL - DE WITTS. (LLOYDS, TELECON 14.4.70).
Last Amended Date Jan 21, 2000

Circumstances of loss

STRANDED EN-ROUTE EAST INDIES TO NW EUROPE. CREW AND PASSENGERS SAVED EXCEPT SIX SEAMEN. (LLOYDS TELECON).

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FAQ

Where is the JUNO wreck located?

The JUNO wreck is located at coordinates 50 40 N,1 30 W.

How deep is the seabed around the JUNO?

The seabed around the JUNO lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the JUNO sink?

The JUNO sank on Dec 12, 1786.

When was the wreck of the JUNO discovered?

The wreck of the JUNO was discovered in 1970.

What country did the JUNO belong to?

The JUNO belonged to NL.

What type of wreck is the JUNO?

The JUNO is classified as a military vessel.