Leader Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Leader Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 36.326 N,5 2.415 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.605433
  • Longitude: -5.040250
Water Depth 16 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LEADER
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 33
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 1, 1928
Original Detection Year 1928
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Surveying Details SANK 1 M WSW FLIMSTONE HD. (C G FLIMSTONE). H7405/28 14.12.28 H7405/28 14.12.28 INS AS DW (1928)(PA) IN 513618N, 050221W. 27.8.29 27.8.29 MAST APPARENTLY ATTACHED TO WRECKAGE ABOUT 4 CABLES SE OF ABOVE POSN. (BOT 38/535, NOT FILED). 27.3.52 27.3.52 DELETED FROM ALL CHARTS. 2.12.11 2.12.11 NOT LOCATED 2.2011 USING M/B. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1328). SEABED BARE ROCK. NCA.
Last Amended Date May 5, 2010

Circumstances of loss

STRUCK SUBMERGED OBJECT & SANK. NO LIVES LOST. CREW LANDED IN OWN BOAT AT ANGLE POINT.

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FAQ

Where is the LEADER wreck located?

The LEADER wreck is located at coordinates 51 36.326 N,5 2.415 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LEADER?

The seabed around the LEADER lies at approximately 16 meters deep.

When did the LEADER sink?

The LEADER sank on Dec 1, 1928.

When was the wreck of the LEADER discovered?

The wreck of the LEADER was discovered in 1928.

What country did the LEADER belong to?

The LEADER belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the LEADER?

The LEADER had a tonnage of 33 tons.

What type of wreck is the LEADER?

The LEADER is classified as a sailing vessel.

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