Alida Gorthon Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Alida gorthon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 6 N,12 12 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.100000
  • Longitude: -12.200000
Water Depth 2725 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALIDA GORTHON
Type steam ship
Flag SE
Length 92 m
Width 13.1 m
Draught 5.8
Tonnage 2373
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 29, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 560600N, 121200W. (LLOYDS & D.S.). H01001/40 18.11.40 H01001/40 18.11.40 POSN GIVEN AS 590900N, 121400W APPROX. POSN NOT ACCEPTED. (O.U 6353A/40). SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 590900N 121400W APPROX. (WW2SL). INCORRECT POSN SEE ABOVE. 5.8.87 5.8.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 560900N, 121400W. U-100 SANK OTHER VESSELS IN THIS AREA ON SAME DAY. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). POSN PLOTS IN APPROX 2725 MTRS.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1902 BY W GREY & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY REDERIAKTIEB ACTIV. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 221NHP. PASSAGE LONDON FOR ST JOHN'S. TORPEDOED BY U-100. (DODS & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the ALIDA GORTHON wreck located?

The ALIDA GORTHON wreck is located at coordinates 56 6 N,12 12 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ALIDA GORTHON?

The seabed around the ALIDA GORTHON lies at approximately 2725 meters deep.

When did the ALIDA GORTHON sink?

The ALIDA GORTHON sank on Aug 29, 1940.

When was the wreck of the ALIDA GORTHON discovered?

The wreck of the ALIDA GORTHON was discovered in 1940.

What country did the ALIDA GORTHON belong to?

The ALIDA GORTHON belonged to SE.

What was the tonnage of the ALIDA GORTHON?

The ALIDA GORTHON had a tonnage of 2373 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALIDA GORTHON?

The ALIDA GORTHON is classified as a steam ship.

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