Perseverance Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Perseverance Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 21.035 N,3 8.074 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.350583
  • Longitude: -3.134567
Water Depth 52 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PERSEVERANCE
Type smack
Flag GB
Tonnage 40
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 29, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1984
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details SUNK ABOUT 22M SE FROM BERRY HEAD. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). SUNK APPROX 14M SE BY E FROM BERRY HEAD. (WW1SL). NCA. POSN 502100N, 030800W FOR FILING ONLY. SEE ALSO ADDAX [18156] AND GENERAL LEMAN [18160]. H2003/84 11.9.84 H2003/84 11.9.84 NOT FOUND. CONSIDERED NOT TO EXIST. (GARDLINE SURVEY LTD., HI 202). AMENDED TO DEAD. 30.4.13 30.4.13 NOT LOCATED 2013 USING M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1369). NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 6, 2004

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the PERSEVERANCE wreck located?

The PERSEVERANCE wreck is located at coordinates 50 21.035 N,3 8.074 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PERSEVERANCE?

The seabed around the PERSEVERANCE lies at approximately 52 meters deep.

When did the PERSEVERANCE sink?

The PERSEVERANCE sank on Jan 29, 1918.

When was the wreck of the PERSEVERANCE discovered?

The wreck of the PERSEVERANCE was discovered in 1918.

What country did the PERSEVERANCE belong to?

The PERSEVERANCE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the PERSEVERANCE?

The PERSEVERANCE had a tonnage of 40 tons.

What type of wreck is the PERSEVERANCE?

The PERSEVERANCE is classified as a smack.