La Flandre Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
La flandre Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 42.832 N,1 57.392 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.713867
  • Longitude: 1.956533
Water Depth 31 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LA FLANDRE
Type tanker
Flag NL
Length 82.3 m
Width 11.6 m
Draught 7.9
Tonnage 2018
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 21, 1916
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 1996
Original Source other
Surveying Details FOR DETAILS SEE FRANZ NANSEN. SEE ALSO APPOLLO. HH090/667/01 2.1.96 NOT LOCATED BY DCS3 AND MAGNETOMETER. (OCEONICS, HI 667). RETAIN DEAD.
Last Amended Date Mar 15, 2000

Circumstances of loss

STRUCK A MINE AND SANK WHILE EN ROUTE FROM NEW YORK TO ROTTERDAM.

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FAQ

Where is the LA FLANDRE wreck located?

The LA FLANDRE wreck is located at coordinates 51 42.832 N,1 57.392 E.

How deep is the seabed around the LA FLANDRE?

The seabed around the LA FLANDRE lies at approximately 31 meters deep.

When did the LA FLANDRE sink?

The LA FLANDRE sank on Feb 21, 1916.

When was the wreck of the LA FLANDRE discovered?

The wreck of the LA FLANDRE was discovered in 1916.

What country did the LA FLANDRE belong to?

The LA FLANDRE belonged to NL.

What was the tonnage of the LA FLANDRE?

The LA FLANDRE had a tonnage of 2018 tons.

What type of wreck is the LA FLANDRE?

The LA FLANDRE is classified as a tanker.

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