Germaine Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Germaine Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 0 N,12 18 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.000000
  • Longitude: -12.300000
Water Depth 1800 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GERMAINE
Type steam ship
Flag GR
Tonnage 5217
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 15, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source national HO authority radio navigational warning
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

H8065/39 20.12.39 H8065/39 20.12.39 POSN 510000N, 121800W. (LANDS END RADIO). NCA. H095/39 18.1.40 H095/39 18.1.40 CONFIRMATION OF POSN. (C-IN-C WESTERN APPS.). 3.7.87 3.7.87 POSN 510000N, 121800W. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). NCA

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY U-48. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the GERMAINE wreck located?

The GERMAINE wreck is located at coordinates 51 0 N,12 18 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GERMAINE?

The seabed around the GERMAINE lies at approximately 1800 meters deep.

When did the GERMAINE sink?

The GERMAINE sank on Dec 15, 1939.

When was the wreck of the GERMAINE discovered?

The wreck of the GERMAINE was discovered in 1939.

What country did the GERMAINE belong to?

The GERMAINE belonged to GR.

What was the tonnage of the GERMAINE?

The GERMAINE had a tonnage of 5217 tons.

What type of wreck is the GERMAINE?

The GERMAINE is classified as a steam ship.

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