Wave Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Wave Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
54 23.008 N,3 29.079 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.383467
  • Longitude: -3.484650
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WAVE
Type smack
Flag GB
Tonnage 23
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 10, 1918
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details M12573 10.3.18 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 10M SW BY W OF ST BEES HEAD. M13224 15.3.18 ABOUT 10M SW BY W OF ST BEES HD. (BOT MASTER) GIVES POSN 5423.00N, 0329.00W FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. RSDRA2022000010070 9.1.23 WRECK NOT LOCATED IN 2021 M/B DATA. (CLINTON MARINE SURVEY, HI 1729). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jan 9, 2023

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED BY SUBMARINE AND SUNK BY BOMBS. (WW1SL)

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FAQ

Where is the WAVE wreck located?

The WAVE wreck is located at coordinates 54 23.008 N,3 29.079 W.

When did the WAVE sink?

The WAVE sank on Mar 10, 1918.

When was the wreck of the WAVE discovered?

The wreck of the WAVE was discovered in 1918.

What country did the WAVE belong to?

The WAVE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the WAVE?

The WAVE had a tonnage of 23 tons.

What type of wreck is the WAVE?

The WAVE is classified as a smack.