Anglo Saxon Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Anglo saxon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		26 10 N,34 9 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 26.166667
  • Longitude: -34.150000
Water Depth 5150 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ANGLO SAXON
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 129.8 m
Width 16.8 m
Draught 7.9
Tonnage 5596
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 21, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 7.2.78 7.2.78 WK IN 261000N, 340900W. (LLWW2). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 20, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT BY SHORT BROS. LTD. WITH QUADRUPLE- EXPANSION ENGINES OF 453NHP. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY NITRATE PRODUCERS' S.S. CO. PASSAGE NEWPORT, MON. FOR BAHIA BLANCA. SUNK BY GERMAN RAIDER NARVIK. ALL CREW LOST EXCEPT FOR 2 SURVIVORS WHO DRIFTED IN A SHIPS BOAT FOR 2,500 MILES IN 71 DAYS TO LAND AT ELEUTHERA ISLAND. (DODS & LLWW2)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 26 10 N,34 9 W
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FAQ

Where is the ANGLO SAXON wreck located?

The ANGLO SAXON wreck is located at coordinates 26 10 N,34 9 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ANGLO SAXON?

The seabed around the ANGLO SAXON lies at approximately 5150 meters deep.

When did the ANGLO SAXON sink?

The ANGLO SAXON sank on Aug 21, 1940.

When was the wreck of the ANGLO SAXON discovered?

The wreck of the ANGLO SAXON was discovered in 1940.

What country did the ANGLO SAXON belong to?

The ANGLO SAXON belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ANGLO SAXON carrying?

The ANGLO SAXON was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the ANGLO SAXON?

The ANGLO SAXON had a tonnage of 5596 tons.

What type of wreck is the ANGLO SAXON?

The ANGLO SAXON is classified as a steam ship.

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