Georgetown Victory (Part Of) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Georgetown victory (part of) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 18.592 N,5 31.52 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.309867
  • Longitude: -5.525333
Water Depth 2 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GEORGETOWN VICTORY (PART OF)
Type steam ship
Flag US
Length 133.8 m
Width 18.9 m
Draught 10.4
Tonnage 7604
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo personnel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 30, 1946
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1983
Original Source aerial photography or satellite imagery
Surveying Details 12.9.83 12.9.83 2 STF IN 541835N, 053127W & 541832N, 053127W. (AUTHORITY PRESUMED TO BE AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY). 18.3.08 18.3.08 SHOWN AS STP, CARRIES INTER-TIDAL TINT, IN 5418.592N, 0531.520W [EUT]. (POSN SUPPLIED BY GEODESY). FOR OTHER PART SEE [5074]. NE 2159.
Last Amended Date Mar 18, 2008

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1945 BY BETHLEHEM FAIRFIELD SHIPYARD, BALTIMORE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY US WAR SHIPPING ADMINISTRATION. FIVE BOILERS, TWIN STEAM TURBINES, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY WESTINGHOUSE ELECTRICAL & MANUFACTURING CO, PITTSBURGH. PASSAGE SYDNEY FOR GLASGOW TO DEMOBILISE TROOPS. WENT ASHORE AT KILLARD PT CO. DOWN & BROKE IN TWO. NO LIVES LOSS. (SII).

General Comments

SEE [5074], A LIBERTY SHIP

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FAQ

Where is the GEORGETOWN VICTORY (PART OF) wreck located?

The GEORGETOWN VICTORY (PART OF) wreck is located at coordinates 54 18.592 N,5 31.52 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GEORGETOWN VICTORY (PART OF)?

The seabed around the GEORGETOWN VICTORY (PART OF) lies at approximately 2 meters deep.

When did the GEORGETOWN VICTORY (PART OF) sink?

The GEORGETOWN VICTORY (PART OF) sank on Apr 30, 1946.

When was the wreck of the GEORGETOWN VICTORY (PART OF) discovered?

The wreck of the GEORGETOWN VICTORY (PART OF) was discovered in 1983.

What country did the GEORGETOWN VICTORY (PART OF) belong to?

The GEORGETOWN VICTORY (PART OF) belonged to US.

What cargo was the GEORGETOWN VICTORY (PART OF) carrying?

The GEORGETOWN VICTORY (PART OF) was carrying personnel.

What was the tonnage of the GEORGETOWN VICTORY (PART OF)?

The GEORGETOWN VICTORY (PART OF) had a tonnage of 7604 tons.

What type of wreck is the GEORGETOWN VICTORY (PART OF)?

The GEORGETOWN VICTORY (PART OF) is classified as a steam ship.

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