Alexander Macomb (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Alexander macomb (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		41 48 N,66 38.2 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 41.800000
  • Longitude: -66.636667
Water Depth 40 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALEXANDER MACOMB (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag US
Length 128.9 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 10.7
Tonnage 7191
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo machinery and mechanical parts
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 3, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Last Detection Year 1995
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 1985

Surveying Details

REPORTED SUNK IN 412605N, 664600W OR 414800N, 663500W APPROX. LATTER POSN ACCEPTED BY ADMIRALTY. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). NCA. H1276/84 22.10.85 H1276/84 22.10.85 NDW SHOWN IN 414800N, 663812W ON CANADIAN 8005. BR STD. 10.11.95 10.11.95 REPORT THAT VESSEL NAMED ALEXANDER MACOMB WAS LOCATED AND PART OF CARGO SALVED BY RISDON BEAZLEY'S VESSEL DROXFORD IN 240FT (73MTRS) DURING 1965-8. 1735 TONS OF COPPER AND ALUMINIUM WERE RECOVERED. (WEALTH FROM THE SEA). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1942 BY THE BETHLEHEM FAIRFIELD SHIPYARD INC. ONWED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE US WAR ADMINISTRATION. PASSAGE NEW YORK FOR ARCHANGEL. TORPEDOED BY U-215. 15 MEN LOST. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES WWII, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES 1939-45, DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the ALEXANDER MACOMB (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The ALEXANDER MACOMB (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 41 48 N,66 38.2 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ALEXANDER MACOMB (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the ALEXANDER MACOMB (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 40 meters deep.

When did the ALEXANDER MACOMB (POSSIBLY) sink?

The ALEXANDER MACOMB (POSSIBLY) sank on Jul 3, 1942.

When was the wreck of the ALEXANDER MACOMB (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the ALEXANDER MACOMB (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1942.

What country did the ALEXANDER MACOMB (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The ALEXANDER MACOMB (POSSIBLY) belonged to US.

What cargo was the ALEXANDER MACOMB (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The ALEXANDER MACOMB (POSSIBLY) was carrying machinery and mechanical parts.

What was the tonnage of the ALEXANDER MACOMB (POSSIBLY)?

The ALEXANDER MACOMB (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 7191 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALEXANDER MACOMB (POSSIBLY)?

The ALEXANDER MACOMB (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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