Christopher Newport Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Christopher newport Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		75 49 N,25 15 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 75.816667
  • Longitude: 25.250000
Water Depth 90 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name CHRISTOPHER NEWPORT
Type liberty ship
Length 134.4 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 11.3
Tonnage 7176
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 4, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source other
Surveying Details 13.9.72 `CHRISTOPHER NEWPORT' SUNK BY SUBMARINE IN 754900N, 251500E APPROX. (LIBERTY SHIPS). 13.10.89 CHARTED AS NDW PA IN 754900N, 251500E ON NC F6189. 11.2.02 NOT SHOWN ON NORWEGIAN 505 [1983 EDN]. NOT SHOWN ON NC 3137. SEP 2015/000244106 20.11.15 NOT SHOWN ON NORWEGIAN 505 [COR 31.8.15] OR NO2A4036 (EDN 2.6, DTD 30.9.15). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Nov 20, 2015

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY SUBMARINE TORPEDO. (LIBERTY SHIPS) TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U 457, HAVING PREVIOUSLY BEEN DAMAGED BY TORPEDOES DROPPED BY GERMAN AIRCRAFT. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES) VESSEL WAS ON PASSAGE PHILADELPHIA & REYKJAVIK TO ARCHANGEL. TORPEDOED BY AIRCRAFT AND THEN SUNK BY OUR OWN FORCES. 3 LIVES LOST. (LL WW2)

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FAQ

Where is the CHRISTOPHER NEWPORT wreck located?

The CHRISTOPHER NEWPORT wreck is located at coordinates 75 49 N,25 15 E.

How deep is the seabed around the CHRISTOPHER NEWPORT?

The seabed around the CHRISTOPHER NEWPORT lies at approximately 90 meters deep.

When did the CHRISTOPHER NEWPORT sink?

The CHRISTOPHER NEWPORT sank on Jul 4, 1942.

When was the wreck of the CHRISTOPHER NEWPORT discovered?

The wreck of the CHRISTOPHER NEWPORT was discovered in 1942.

What cargo was the CHRISTOPHER NEWPORT carrying?

The CHRISTOPHER NEWPORT was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the CHRISTOPHER NEWPORT?

The CHRISTOPHER NEWPORT had a tonnage of 7176 tons.

What type of wreck is the CHRISTOPHER NEWPORT?

The CHRISTOPHER NEWPORT is classified as a liberty ship.

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