Daru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Daru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 59 N,5 54 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.983333
  • Longitude: -5.900000
Water Depth 90 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DARU
Type merchant vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 3854
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 15, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 1976
Original Source other
Surveying Details M016155/41 CONVOY REPORT. SEE CHARTED UNKNOWN IN 515842N, 055700W. [12135]. H5223/76 13.7.77 H5223/76 13.7.77 NOT FOUND DURING DCS3 SEARCH. (HMS HERALD, HI 11/77). AMEND DEAD. NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

OIL ENGINE, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE DUALA FOR LIVERPOOL. CARGO 5152 TONS OF PRODUCE, INCLUDING 1500 TONS COCOA, 3000 TONS PALM KERNELS, 50 BOXES OF COIN (?SILVER). BOMBED BY GERMAN AIRCRAFT. CREW OF 49 RECOVERED. (SIBI).

General Comments

SEE [12135]

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 51 59 N,5 54 W
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FAQ

Where is the DARU wreck located?

The DARU wreck is located at coordinates 51 59 N,5 54 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DARU?

The seabed around the DARU lies at approximately 90 meters deep.

When did the DARU sink?

The DARU sank on Sep 15, 1941.

When was the wreck of the DARU discovered?

The wreck of the DARU was discovered in 1941.

What country did the DARU belong to?

The DARU belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the DARU?

The DARU had a tonnage of 3854 tons.

What type of wreck is the DARU?

The DARU is classified as a merchant vessel.

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