Protesilaus Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Protesilaus Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
51 34.027 N,3 57.671 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.567117
  • Longitude: -3.961183
Water Depth 5 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PROTESILAUS
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 9577
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 21, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1940
Original Source survey vessel
Surveying Details H0142/40 31.1.40 BEACHED IN SWANSEA BAY. (TH). H500/40 5.2.40 TNM330/40. (FOIC CARDIFF). H500/40 24.5.40 AFTER END SALVAGED. FORE PART HIGH & DRY. (HMS LUCIFER). CANCEL TNM. - NM 1130/40. SEP 2017/000199013 23.1.18 NOT LOCATED IN DATASET. (GARDLINE, HI1502). NFA.
Last Amended Date Jan 23, 2018

Circumstances of loss

MINED.

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FAQ

Where is the PROTESILAUS wreck located?

The PROTESILAUS wreck is located at coordinates 51 34.027 N,3 57.671 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PROTESILAUS?

The seabed around the PROTESILAUS lies at approximately 5 meters deep.

When did the PROTESILAUS sink?

The PROTESILAUS sank on Jan 21, 1940.

When was the wreck of the PROTESILAUS discovered?

The wreck of the PROTESILAUS was discovered in 1940.

What country did the PROTESILAUS belong to?

The PROTESILAUS belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the PROTESILAUS?

The PROTESILAUS had a tonnage of 9577 tons.

What type of wreck is the PROTESILAUS?

The PROTESILAUS is classified as a steam ship.