Greenland Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Greenland Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 13.779 N,2 5.889 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.229650
  • Longitude: 2.098150
Water Depth 31 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GREENLAND
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 73.5 m
Width 11 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 1281
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo scrap metal,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 6, 1941
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1942
Last Detection Year 1995
Original Source other
Surveying Details H04204/41 14.2.42 H04204/41 14.2.42 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS E OF SIZEWELL BANK IN 521345N, 020600E APPROX. (C-IN-C NORE). INS AS NDWPA. - NM 354/42. H3449/61 2.11.61 H3449/61 2.11.61 NOT LOCATED. (HMS SCOTT 1961). NCA YET. HH090/616/01 5.1.95 HH090/616/01 5.1.95 NOT LOCATED. DISPROVED. (GARDLINE, HI 616). AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

EX-DESDEMONA. BUILT IN 1914 BY SCHIFFSW VON HENRY KOCH, LUBECK. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CURRIE LINE LTD, LONDON. SCREW, TWO BOILERS, TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 162 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. MACHINERY BY OTTENSENER MACH. FAB. ALTONA. PASSAGE LONDON FOR GRANGEMOUTH. SANK FOLLOWING EXPLOSION UNDER VESSEL, PROBABLY MINED. 10 LIVES LOST. SURVIVORS LANDED BY HM TRAWLER LADY PHILOMENA. (C-IN-C NPRE, DODS, SIBI).

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FAQ

Where is the GREENLAND wreck located?

The GREENLAND wreck is located at coordinates 52 13.779 N,2 5.889 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GREENLAND?

The seabed around the GREENLAND lies at approximately 31 meters deep.

When did the GREENLAND sink?

The GREENLAND sank on Dec 6, 1941.

When was the wreck of the GREENLAND discovered?

The wreck of the GREENLAND was discovered in 1942.

What country did the GREENLAND belong to?

The GREENLAND belonged to GB.

What cargo was the GREENLAND carrying?

The GREENLAND was carrying scrap metal,ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the GREENLAND?

The GREENLAND had a tonnage of 1281 tons.

What type of wreck is the GREENLAND?

The GREENLAND is classified as a steam ship.

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