Hms Marmora Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hms marmora Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 41.53 N,8 53.04 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.692167
  • Longitude: -8.884000
Water Depth 85 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS MARMORA
Type cruiser (merchant)
Flag GB
Length 161.5 m
Width 18.3 m
Draught 7.9
Tonnage 10509
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 23, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Original Source other
Surveying Details 29.7.18 29.7.18 POSN 504100N, 083500W. (MO12717). 12.8.18 12.8.18 POSN 504130N, 085300W ACCEPTED. (CM REPORT NL37726).
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

EX P & O TAKEN OVER AS ARMED MERCHANT CRUISER AND TORPEDOED BY SUBMARINE.

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FAQ

Where is the HMS MARMORA wreck located?

The HMS MARMORA wreck is located at coordinates 50 41.53 N,8 53.04 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS MARMORA?

The seabed around the HMS MARMORA lies at approximately 85 meters deep.

When did the HMS MARMORA sink?

The HMS MARMORA sank on Jul 23, 1918.

When was the wreck of the HMS MARMORA discovered?

The wreck of the HMS MARMORA was discovered in 1918.

What country did the HMS MARMORA belong to?

The HMS MARMORA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS MARMORA?

The HMS MARMORA had a tonnage of 10509 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS MARMORA?

The HMS MARMORA is classified as a cruiser (merchant).

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