Empire Moose Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Empire moose Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 6 N,12 12 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.100000
  • Longitude: -12.200000
Water Depth 2725 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EMPIRE MOOSE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 6103
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 29, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 560600N, 121200W. 9.2.78 9.2.78 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 560600N, 140000W. (WW2SL). 5.8.87 5.8.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 560600N, 133300W ACCORDING TO REPORT OF SHIP ATTACKED. DOES NOT AGREE WITH POSN OF ATTACK ACCORDING TO U-BOAT PATROL WHICH ALSO SANK ASTRA II & ALIDA GORTHON A FEW HOURS EARLIER IN POSN 560600N, 121400W & 560600N, 121200W. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). ORIGINAL SINKING POSN PLOTS IN APPROX 2725 MTRS.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED & SUNK BY U-100.

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FAQ

Where is the EMPIRE MOOSE wreck located?

The EMPIRE MOOSE wreck is located at coordinates 56 6 N,12 12 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EMPIRE MOOSE?

The seabed around the EMPIRE MOOSE lies at approximately 2725 meters deep.

When did the EMPIRE MOOSE sink?

The EMPIRE MOOSE sank on Aug 29, 1940.

When was the wreck of the EMPIRE MOOSE discovered?

The wreck of the EMPIRE MOOSE was discovered in 1940.

What country did the EMPIRE MOOSE belong to?

The EMPIRE MOOSE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the EMPIRE MOOSE?

The EMPIRE MOOSE had a tonnage of 6103 tons.

What type of wreck is the EMPIRE MOOSE?

The EMPIRE MOOSE is classified as a steam ship.

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