Embassage Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Embassage Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 0 N,13 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.000000
  • Longitude: -13.000000
Water Depth 750 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EMBASSAGE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 124.7 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 7.3
Tonnage 4954
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo vehicles,aircraft,general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 27, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

12.3.42 SUNK IN 540000N, 130000W APPROX. (LL WW2 LOSSES). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1935 BY J L THOMPSON & SONS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY HALL BROS SS CO. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 1700IHP FOR 10 KNOTS. PASSAGE HULL FOR BATHURST & PEPEL. TORPEDOED BY U 557. 39 MEN LOST. (LLOYDS WW2 SEA LOSSES).

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FAQ

Where is the EMBASSAGE wreck located?

The EMBASSAGE wreck is located at coordinates 54 0 N,13 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EMBASSAGE?

The seabed around the EMBASSAGE lies at approximately 750 meters deep.

When did the EMBASSAGE sink?

The EMBASSAGE sank on Aug 27, 1941.

When was the wreck of the EMBASSAGE discovered?

The wreck of the EMBASSAGE was discovered in 1941.

What country did the EMBASSAGE belong to?

The EMBASSAGE belonged to GB.

What cargo was the EMBASSAGE carrying?

The EMBASSAGE was carrying vehicles,aircraft,general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the EMBASSAGE?

The EMBASSAGE had a tonnage of 4954 tons.

What type of wreck is the EMBASSAGE?

The EMBASSAGE is classified as a steam ship.

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