Bossum Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Bossum Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 39 N,8 58 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.650000
  • Longitude: -8.966667
Water Depth 105 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BOSSUM
Type steam ship
Flag NL
Tonnage 3636
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 23, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1969
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

H095/39 5.2.41 SUNK IN 553900N, 085800W. (CINC, W APPS, 5.2.41). H3740/69 18.7.69 A VERY SIMILAR VESSEL WAS DIVED ON IN 554802N, 080421W (SEE [3410]). CARGO OF GRAIN AND AT LEAST ONE GUN (ON POOP). (?RISDON BEASLEY).

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1917 BY L VUIJK & ZONEN. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY STOOMV MAATS, 'OOSTZEE'. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 342NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE MONTREAL FOR BELFAST. TORPEDOED BY U-100. 29 SURVIVORS LANDED.

General Comments

ONE GUN ON POOP

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FAQ

Where is the BOSSUM wreck located?

The BOSSUM wreck is located at coordinates 55 39 N,8 58 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BOSSUM?

The seabed around the BOSSUM lies at approximately 105 meters deep.

When did the BOSSUM sink?

The BOSSUM sank on Nov 23, 1940.

When was the wreck of the BOSSUM discovered?

The wreck of the BOSSUM was discovered in 1940.

What country did the BOSSUM belong to?

The BOSSUM belonged to NL.

What cargo was the BOSSUM carrying?

The BOSSUM was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the BOSSUM?

The BOSSUM had a tonnage of 3636 tons.

What type of wreck is the BOSSUM?

The BOSSUM is classified as a steam ship.

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