Almeda Star Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Almeda star Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 16 N,13 40 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.266667
  • Longitude: -13.666667
Water Depth 262 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALMEDA STAR
Type liner
Flag GB
Length 176.5 m
Width 20.7 m
Draught 12.8
Tonnage 14935
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo personnel,general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 17, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Original Source other
Surveying Details H01001/40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 581600N, 134000W. SUNK 350M W OF ISLE OF LEWIS, HEBRIDES. (DODS). 29.7.87 SINKING POSN AS ABOVE. (WW2SL, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES, & LL WW2).
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1926 BY CAMMEL LAIRD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY BLUE STAR LINE. TURBINE ENGINES FOR 16 KNOTS. PASSAGE LIVERPOOL FOR THE RIVER PLATE. TORPEDOED BY U 96. ALL ON BOARD, 1934 PASSENGERS AND 166 CREW WERE LOST. (LL WW2, DODS, & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the ALMEDA STAR wreck located?

The ALMEDA STAR wreck is located at coordinates 58 16 N,13 40 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ALMEDA STAR?

The seabed around the ALMEDA STAR lies at approximately 262 meters deep.

When did the ALMEDA STAR sink?

The ALMEDA STAR sank on Jan 17, 1941.

When was the wreck of the ALMEDA STAR discovered?

The wreck of the ALMEDA STAR was discovered in 1941.

What country did the ALMEDA STAR belong to?

The ALMEDA STAR belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ALMEDA STAR carrying?

The ALMEDA STAR was carrying personnel,general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the ALMEDA STAR?

The ALMEDA STAR had a tonnage of 14935 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALMEDA STAR?

The ALMEDA STAR is classified as a liner.

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