Geraldine Mary Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Geraldine mary Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 46 N,15 48 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.766667
  • Longitude: -15.800000
Water Depth 700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GERALDINE MARY
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 7244
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 4, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Oct 5, 2004

Surveying Details

SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 564600N, 154800W. (0830/4). H01001/40 19.11.40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 565800N, 155500W. 16.1.78 SINKING POSN 565800N, 155500W. (WW2SL). 3.8.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 564600N, 154800W AGREES WITH POSN OF ATTACK ACCORDING TO U-BOAT PATROL REPORT. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY U-52. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the GERALDINE MARY wreck located?

The GERALDINE MARY wreck is located at coordinates 56 46 N,15 48 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GERALDINE MARY?

The seabed around the GERALDINE MARY lies at approximately 700 meters deep.

When did the GERALDINE MARY sink?

The GERALDINE MARY sank on Aug 4, 1940.

When was the wreck of the GERALDINE MARY discovered?

The wreck of the GERALDINE MARY was discovered in 1940.

What country did the GERALDINE MARY belong to?

The GERALDINE MARY belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the GERALDINE MARY?

The GERALDINE MARY had a tonnage of 7244 tons.

What type of wreck is the GERALDINE MARY?

The GERALDINE MARY is classified as a steam ship.

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