The Seistan (Wreck)

United Kingdom / England / Flamborough /
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4238-ton steamer, built 1907. Originally Saint Rene, then Headley. 364ft x 50ft. 408hp triple-expansion engines. Armed. Cargo: Coal, Tyne to Falmouth. Position: 54 10 05N; 00 07 10W. Depth: 33m.
Sunk: 23 October, 1917, by torpedo from UB-57. Five lost.
Diving: Intact, upright. Stern section 10m proud, lists to starboard. Midships broken from torpedo damage. Propeller recovered, but cast-iron spare still on deck.
Launch: Flamborough.
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Coordinates:   54°10'12"N   -0°7'9"E
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