Davisian Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Davisian Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		18 0 N,54 30 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 18.000000
  • Longitude: -54.500000
Water Depth 5000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DAVISIAN
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 122 m
Width 16 m
Tonnage 6433
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,flammable liquids and gases
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 10, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 9.1.78 9.1.78 WK IN 180000N, 543000W. (LLWW2). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 19, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1923 BY D.& W. HENDERSON LTD, GLASGOW. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CHARENTE S. S. CO. PASSAGE LONDON & CARDIFF FOR PARAMARIBO. ALL CREW WERE SAVED, 10 PRISONERS OF WAR TAKEN ABOARD NARVIK. REPORTED SUNK BY GERMAN WIDDER. (LLWW2 & WRECKSITE.EU)

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FAQ

Where is the DAVISIAN wreck located?

The DAVISIAN wreck is located at coordinates 18 0 N,54 30 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DAVISIAN?

The seabed around the DAVISIAN lies at approximately 5000 meters deep.

When did the DAVISIAN sink?

The DAVISIAN sank on Jul 10, 1940.

When was the wreck of the DAVISIAN discovered?

The wreck of the DAVISIAN was discovered in 1940.

What country did the DAVISIAN belong to?

The DAVISIAN belonged to GB.

What cargo was the DAVISIAN carrying?

The DAVISIAN was carrying general and mixed goods,flammable liquids and gases.

What was the tonnage of the DAVISIAN?

The DAVISIAN had a tonnage of 6433 tons.

What type of wreck is the DAVISIAN?

The DAVISIAN is classified as a steam ship.

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