Young Percy Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Young percy Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
52 50.026 N,2 19.886 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.833767
  • Longitude: 2.331433
Water Depth 41 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name YOUNG PERCY
Type sailing vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 45
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 28, 1915
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1915
Last Detection Year 1994
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 30MILES E BY N OF LOWESTOFT. (LLWW1). POSN 525000N, 022000E FOR FILING ONLY. HH090/616/01 21.11.94 NOT LOCATED. (GARDLINE, HI 616). AMENDED TO DEAD.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT OF WOOD. PASSAGE LOWESTOFT FOR FISHING GROUNDS AND RETURN. CAPTURED BY U-BOAT AND SUNK BY EXPLOSIVE SCUTTLING CHARGES. (LLWW1, SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the YOUNG PERCY wreck located?

The YOUNG PERCY wreck is located at coordinates 52 50.026 N,2 19.886 E.

How deep is the seabed around the YOUNG PERCY?

The seabed around the YOUNG PERCY lies at approximately 41 meters deep.

When did the YOUNG PERCY sink?

The YOUNG PERCY sank on Jul 28, 1915.

When was the wreck of the YOUNG PERCY discovered?

The wreck of the YOUNG PERCY was discovered in 1915.

What country did the YOUNG PERCY belong to?

The YOUNG PERCY belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the YOUNG PERCY?

The YOUNG PERCY had a tonnage of 45 tons.

What type of wreck is the YOUNG PERCY?

The YOUNG PERCY is classified as a sailing vessel.