Northern Light Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Northern light Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		45 54 N,42 32 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 45.900000
  • Longitude: -42.533333
Water Depth 4500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NORTHERN LIGHT
Type schooner
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 6, 1929
Original Detection Year 1929
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 10.12.29 WRECK REPORTED SUNK IN 455400N, 423200W APPROX. (LL 9.12.29). NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 4, 2004

Circumstances of loss

REPORTED ABANDONED IN SINKING CONDITION, CREW OF FIVE RESCUED BY SS BALTIC. LATER IN SAME REPORT NOTED THAT THE SCHOONERS CREW LOST AND BALTIC'S LIFEBOAT CAST ADRIFT. (LL).

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FAQ

Where is the NORTHERN LIGHT wreck located?

The NORTHERN LIGHT wreck is located at coordinates 45 54 N,42 32 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NORTHERN LIGHT?

The seabed around the NORTHERN LIGHT lies at approximately 4500 meters deep.

When did the NORTHERN LIGHT sink?

The NORTHERN LIGHT sank on Dec 6, 1929.

When was the wreck of the NORTHERN LIGHT discovered?

The wreck of the NORTHERN LIGHT was discovered in 1929.

What type of wreck is the NORTHERN LIGHT?

The NORTHERN LIGHT is classified as a schooner.

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