Fitz-John Porter Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Fitz-john porter Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		12 20 S,37 1 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -12.333333
  • Longitude: -37.016667
Water Depth 3150 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name FITZ-JOHN PORTER
Type steam ship
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 1, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Surveying Details 14.9.72 TORPEDOED IN 122000S, 370100W PA. (LIBERTY SHIPS). NCA.
Last Amended Date May 27, 2009

Circumstances of loss

A LIBERTY SHIP. TORPEDOED.

General Comments

LIBERTY SHIP

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 12 20 S,37 1 W
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FAQ

Where is the FITZ-JOHN PORTER wreck located?

The FITZ-JOHN PORTER wreck is located at coordinates 12 20 S,37 1 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FITZ-JOHN PORTER?

The seabed around the FITZ-JOHN PORTER lies at approximately 3150 meters deep.

When did the FITZ-JOHN PORTER sink?

The FITZ-JOHN PORTER sank on Mar 1, 1943.

When was the wreck of the FITZ-JOHN PORTER discovered?

The wreck of the FITZ-JOHN PORTER was discovered in 1943.

What type of wreck is the FITZ-JOHN PORTER?

The FITZ-JOHN PORTER is classified as a steam ship.

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