Whitte Zee Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Whitte zee Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 31.777 N,4 12.703 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.529617
  • Longitude: -4.211717
Water Depth 6 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WHITTE ZEE
Type tug
Flag NL
Tonnage 465
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 12, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1989
Original Source other
Surveying Details AGROUND 0.5 MILE BELOW PORT EYNON. H3840/86 16.2.89 NOT FOUND DURING SEARCH BY SHIP'S SMB. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 359). SEP 2017/000199013 23.1.18 NOT LOCATED IN DATASET. (GARDLINE, HI1502). NFA.
Last Amended Date Jan 23, 2018

Circumstances of loss

WENT AGROUND WHILE ON PASSAGE PENZANCE TO LAMLASH.

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FAQ

Where is the WHITTE ZEE wreck located?

The WHITTE ZEE wreck is located at coordinates 51 31.777 N,4 12.703 W.

How deep is the seabed around the WHITTE ZEE?

The seabed around the WHITTE ZEE lies at approximately 6 meters deep.

When did the WHITTE ZEE sink?

The WHITTE ZEE sank on Nov 12, 1940.

When was the wreck of the WHITTE ZEE discovered?

The wreck of the WHITTE ZEE was discovered in 1940.

What country did the WHITTE ZEE belong to?

The WHITTE ZEE belonged to NL.

What was the tonnage of the WHITTE ZEE?

The WHITTE ZEE had a tonnage of 465 tons.

What type of wreck is the WHITTE ZEE?

The WHITTE ZEE is classified as a tug.

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