Young Admiral Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Young admiral Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
53 2.69 N,1 44.888 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.044833
  • Longitude: 1.748133
Wreck Depth 20 m
Water Depth 31 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name YOUNG ADMIRAL
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 60
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 11, 1915
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 1992
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 6 TO 8 MILES ENE OF NAISBOROUGH LIGHT VESSEL. (LLWW1). POSN 530240N, 014500E FOR FILING ONLY. H8203/19 WRECK [OLD SYMBOL] SHOWN IN 530240N, 014500E. BA 2182A. H4282/26 14.10.26 INS AS NDW (PA) (WKS 1915). BA 1094. H456/58 21.8.59 INS AS NDW (PA). NC 106. 4.7.72 SHOWN ON DANISH FISHING CHART 5300 [1965]. HH090/524/01 7.1.92 NOT FOUND. (LAND & MARINE, HI 525). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 16, 2006

Circumstances of loss

ONE OF 6 FISHING SMACKS CAPTURED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE AND SUNK. CREW FORCED TO ABANDON SHIP. (LLWW1, WW1SL & SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the YOUNG ADMIRAL wreck located?

The YOUNG ADMIRAL wreck is located at coordinates 53 2.69 N,1 44.888 E.

How deep is the YOUNG ADMIRAL and where exactly is it located?

The YOUNG ADMIRAL lies at a depth of about 20 meters and is located at coordinates 53 2.69 N,1 44.888 E.

How deep is the seabed around the YOUNG ADMIRAL?

The seabed around the YOUNG ADMIRAL lies at approximately 31 meters deep.

When did the YOUNG ADMIRAL sink?

The YOUNG ADMIRAL sank on Aug 11, 1915.

When was the wreck of the YOUNG ADMIRAL discovered?

The wreck of the YOUNG ADMIRAL was discovered in 1915.

What country did the YOUNG ADMIRAL belong to?

The YOUNG ADMIRAL belonged to GB.

What cargo was the YOUNG ADMIRAL carrying?

The YOUNG ADMIRAL was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the YOUNG ADMIRAL?

The YOUNG ADMIRAL had a tonnage of 60 tons.

What type of wreck is the YOUNG ADMIRAL?

The YOUNG ADMIRAL is classified as a sailing vessel.