Frenso City Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Frenso city Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 47 N,32 29 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.783333
  • Longitude: -32.483333
Water Depth 2200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name FRENSO CITY
Type motor vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 4955
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 5, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Surveying Details 4.7.80 4.7.80 SANK IN 514700N, 322900W APPROX. (SEA BREEZES MAY `80). NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 13, 2004

Circumstances of loss

SHELLED BY THE GERMAN BATTLESHIP 'ADMIRAL SCHEER'. SANK THE FOLLOWING DAY. 1 MAN LOST. (SEA BREEZES MAY 1980 & WW2 BR MSL).

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FAQ

Where is the FRENSO CITY wreck located?

The FRENSO CITY wreck is located at coordinates 51 47 N,32 29 W.

How deep is the seabed around the FRENSO CITY?

The seabed around the FRENSO CITY lies at approximately 2200 meters deep.

When did the FRENSO CITY sink?

The FRENSO CITY sank on Nov 5, 1940.

When was the wreck of the FRENSO CITY discovered?

The wreck of the FRENSO CITY was discovered in 1940.

What country did the FRENSO CITY belong to?

The FRENSO CITY belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the FRENSO CITY?

The FRENSO CITY had a tonnage of 4955 tons.

What type of wreck is the FRENSO CITY?

The FRENSO CITY is classified as a motor vessel.

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