Glitra Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Glitra Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 3.5 N,4 48.5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.058333
  • Longitude: 4.808333
Water Depth 250 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GLITRA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 866
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 20, 1914
Original Detection Year 1914
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Last Amended Date Jan 12, 2017

Surveying Details

20.3.75 SUNK 14M OFF STAVANGER. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS VOL.II) GIVES DOUBTFUL POSN 590700N, 052400E. NCA. 30.12.91 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 14M WSW OF SKUDESNAES. (WW1SL, LL WW1) GIVES POSN 590330N, 044830E IN GEN DEPTH 250MTRS. FOR FILING ONLY.

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U 17 & SCUTTLED, 14M WSW OF SKUDESNAES, NORWAY. VESSEL WAS ON PASSAGE GRANGEMOUTH TO STAVANGER, WAS THE FIRST SHIP SUNK BY A SUBMARINE DURING WW1. (WW1SL, LL WW1)

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FAQ

Where is the GLITRA wreck located?

The GLITRA wreck is located at coordinates 59 3.5 N,4 48.5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GLITRA?

The seabed around the GLITRA lies at approximately 250 meters deep.

When did the GLITRA sink?

The GLITRA sank on Oct 20, 1914.

When was the wreck of the GLITRA discovered?

The wreck of the GLITRA was discovered in 1914.

What country did the GLITRA belong to?

The GLITRA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the GLITRA carrying?

The GLITRA was carrying general and mixed goods,coal.

What was the tonnage of the GLITRA?

The GLITRA had a tonnage of 866 tons.

What type of wreck is the GLITRA?

The GLITRA is classified as a steam ship.

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