Alpera Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Alpera Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 8.833 N,9 16 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.147217
  • Longitude: -9.266667
Water Depth 550 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALPERA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 1777
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 22, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 7.8.72 SANK 300DEGS, 15M FROM CAPE ST VINCENT. (WW2 SL) PLOTS IN 370850N, 091600W APPROX. NCA. 4.3.94 NOT SHOWN ON PORTUGUESE 40 [1993 1ST EDN]. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 19, 2000

Circumstances of loss

ATTACKED & BOMBED BY AIRCRAFT 300DEG, 15M FROM CAPE ST VINCENT. EN-ROUTE LISBON TO BELFAST LOUGH. (WW2 SL, LL WW2)

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FAQ

Where is the ALPERA wreck located?

The ALPERA wreck is located at coordinates 37 8.833 N,9 16 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ALPERA?

The seabed around the ALPERA lies at approximately 550 meters deep.

When did the ALPERA sink?

The ALPERA sank on May 22, 1943.

When was the wreck of the ALPERA discovered?

The wreck of the ALPERA was discovered in 1943.

What country did the ALPERA belong to?

The ALPERA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ALPERA carrying?

The ALPERA was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the ALPERA?

The ALPERA had a tonnage of 1777 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALPERA?

The ALPERA is classified as a steam ship.

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