Rosy Cross Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Rosy cross Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
50 46.032 N,4 44.065 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.767200
  • Longitude: -4.734417
Water Depth 35 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ROSY CROSS
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 25
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 11, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2011
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SUNK 4M NW BY W FROM CRACKINGTON HAVEN, CORNWALL. (WW1SL). POSN 504600N, 044400W FOR FILING ONLY. 10.8.11 10.8.11 CONTACT LOCATED 2.4.11 IN 5046.142N, 0444.259W [WGD] USING DGPS. LEAST M/B DEPTH 34.97 IN GEN DEPTH 35.9MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 56.3MTRS, WIDTH 15.6MTRS, HT 1MTR. LIES 070/250 DEGS. SEABED ROCK. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1157). CONSIDERED TO BE A GROUP OF SEABED FEATURES. AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 10, 2011

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE AND SUNK BY BOMBS. (WW1SL). FOUNDERED. (SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the ROSY CROSS wreck located?

The ROSY CROSS wreck is located at coordinates 50 46.032 N,4 44.065 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ROSY CROSS?

The seabed around the ROSY CROSS lies at approximately 35 meters deep.

When did the ROSY CROSS sink?

The ROSY CROSS sank on Sep 11, 1917.

When was the wreck of the ROSY CROSS discovered?

The wreck of the ROSY CROSS was discovered in 1917.

What country did the ROSY CROSS belong to?

The ROSY CROSS belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the ROSY CROSS?

The ROSY CROSS had a tonnage of 25 tons.

What type of wreck is the ROSY CROSS?

The ROSY CROSS is classified as a sailing vessel.