Empire Miniver Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Empire miniver Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 39.984 N,10 45.024 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.666400
  • Longitude: -10.750400
Water Depth 2300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EMPIRE MINIVER
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 6055
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 18, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

H01001/40 H01001/40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 564000N, 104500W. 3.8.87 3.8.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 310 DEGS 250 MILES FROM RATHLIN HD. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). PLOTS IN APPROX 2300 MTRS.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED & SUNK BY U-99.

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FAQ

Where is the EMPIRE MINIVER wreck located?

The EMPIRE MINIVER wreck is located at coordinates 56 39.984 N,10 45.024 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EMPIRE MINIVER?

The seabed around the EMPIRE MINIVER lies at approximately 2300 meters deep.

When did the EMPIRE MINIVER sink?

The EMPIRE MINIVER sank on Oct 18, 1940.

When was the wreck of the EMPIRE MINIVER discovered?

The wreck of the EMPIRE MINIVER was discovered in 1940.

What country did the EMPIRE MINIVER belong to?

The EMPIRE MINIVER belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the EMPIRE MINIVER?

The EMPIRE MINIVER had a tonnage of 6055 tons.

What type of wreck is the EMPIRE MINIVER?

The EMPIRE MINIVER is classified as a steam ship.

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