Hms Hereward Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hms hereward Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		35 19.93 N,26 19.97 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.332167
  • Longitude: 26.332833
Water Depth 130 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name HMS HEREWARD
Type destroyer
Flag GB
Length 98.5 m
Width 10.1 m
Draught 2.4
Tonnage 1340
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 29, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 2017
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 7.7.78 SUNK OFF CRETE. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES WWII). POSN 352000N, 262000E APPROX. NCA.
Last Amended Date Dec 4, 2017

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1936 BY VICKERS ARMSTRONG. THREE DRUM BOILERS, TURBINE ENGINES OS 34,000 SHP FOR 36KTS. WAS BOMBED AND SUNK BY GERMAN AIRCRAFT DURING THE EVACUATION OF CRETE. 75 MEN LOST. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS HEREWARD wreck located?

The HMS HEREWARD wreck is located at coordinates 35 19.93 N,26 19.97 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS HEREWARD?

The seabed around the HMS HEREWARD lies at approximately 130 meters deep.

When did the HMS HEREWARD sink?

The HMS HEREWARD sank on May 29, 1941.

When was the wreck of the HMS HEREWARD discovered?

The wreck of the HMS HEREWARD was discovered in 1941.

What country did the HMS HEREWARD belong to?

The HMS HEREWARD belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS HEREWARD?

The HMS HEREWARD had a tonnage of 1340 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS HEREWARD?

The HMS HEREWARD is classified as a destroyer.

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