Location of Wreck
The wreck was designated as a controlled site under the Protection of Military Remains Act. She lies in around 65 m (213 ft) of water off the north west coast of Orkney. In 1983, one propeller and part of a drive shaft were illegally salvaged. The prop was later given to Lyness museum, Orkney after protests.
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