Fort Howe Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Fort howe Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
37 19 N,6 40 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.316667
  • Longitude: 6.666667
Water Depth 2500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name FORT HOWE
Type steam ship
Length 133.5 m
Width 17.4 m
Tonnage 7130
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 30, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source other
Surveying Details 4.2.75 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 371900N, 064000E APPROX. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). NCA, FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 29, 2002

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE SALERNO FOR UK ON ADMIRALTY SERVICE. SUNK BY U-410 OFF BONA. (BRITAIN'S SEA WAR & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the FORT HOWE wreck located?

The FORT HOWE wreck is located at coordinates 37 19 N,6 40 E.

How deep is the seabed around the FORT HOWE?

The seabed around the FORT HOWE lies at approximately 2500 meters deep.

When did the FORT HOWE sink?

The FORT HOWE sank on Sep 30, 1943.

When was the wreck of the FORT HOWE discovered?

The wreck of the FORT HOWE was discovered in 1943.

What was the tonnage of the FORT HOWE?

The FORT HOWE had a tonnage of 7130 tons.

What type of wreck is the FORT HOWE?

The FORT HOWE is classified as a steam ship.