Bothnia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Bothnia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 43 N,4 10 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.716667
  • Longitude: 4.166667
Water Depth 270 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BOTHNIA
Type steam ship
Flag SE
Tonnage 1723
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 12, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 2019
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SANK ABOUT 25M W OF SLAATERO LT. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES). 26.2.80 26.2.80 NDW IN 594300N, 041000E. (US P/O, 16.10.76). NCA, POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Feb 3, 2020

Circumstances of loss

PART OF A CONVOY ON PASSAGE TYNE FOR GOTHENBURG WHICH DISPERSED ON BEING ATTACKED BY GERMAN DESTROYERS. SUNK BY GUNFIRE. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES).

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FAQ

Where is the BOTHNIA wreck located?

The BOTHNIA wreck is located at coordinates 59 43 N,4 10 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BOTHNIA?

The seabed around the BOTHNIA lies at approximately 270 meters deep.

When did the BOTHNIA sink?

The BOTHNIA sank on Dec 12, 1917.

When was the wreck of the BOTHNIA discovered?

The wreck of the BOTHNIA was discovered in 1917.

What country did the BOTHNIA belong to?

The BOTHNIA belonged to SE.

What cargo was the BOTHNIA carrying?

The BOTHNIA was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the BOTHNIA?

The BOTHNIA had a tonnage of 1723 tons.

What type of wreck is the BOTHNIA?

The BOTHNIA is classified as a steam ship.

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