Baron Blythswood Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Baron blythswood Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 0 N,23 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.000000
  • Longitude: -23.000000
Water Depth 1900 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BARON BLYTHSWOOD
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 106.7 m
Width 15.2 m
Draught 7
Tonnage 3668
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 20, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Surveying Details 10.2.96 10.2.96 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 560000N, 230000W. (DODS, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 7, 2004

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1929 BY LITHGOWS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY KELVIN SHIPPING (H HOGARTH & SONS). TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 249NHP FOR 11 KNOTS. TORPEDOED BY U 99. (DODS, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the BARON BLYTHSWOOD wreck located?

The BARON BLYTHSWOOD wreck is located at coordinates 56 0 N,23 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BARON BLYTHSWOOD?

The seabed around the BARON BLYTHSWOOD lies at approximately 1900 meters deep.

When did the BARON BLYTHSWOOD sink?

The BARON BLYTHSWOOD sank on Sep 20, 1940.

When was the wreck of the BARON BLYTHSWOOD discovered?

The wreck of the BARON BLYTHSWOOD was discovered in 1940.

What country did the BARON BLYTHSWOOD belong to?

The BARON BLYTHSWOOD belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the BARON BLYTHSWOOD?

The BARON BLYTHSWOOD had a tonnage of 3668 tons.

What type of wreck is the BARON BLYTHSWOOD?

The BARON BLYTHSWOOD is classified as a steam ship.

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