Hms Rysa Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hms rysa Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		41 21 N,9 17.55 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 41.350000
  • Longitude: 9.292500
Water Depth 70 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS RYSA
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 545
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 8, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Last Detection Year 1976
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Last Amended Date Jul 16, 2007

Surveying Details

H0656/43 5.1.44 VESSEL REPORTED SUNK BY MINE IN 412100N, 091730E IN ABOUT 38FMS. (FHO, ALGIERS SIGNAL DTD 27.12.43). NCA. H2419/47 15.5.47 WRECK CONTACT 057DEGS, 1.8M FROM BECCHI LT OR, IN 412100N, 091733E. (N-S ASDIC CONTACTS NO.47/581/4/19 DTD 18.3.47). INS AS NDW IN 412100N, 091733E. BR STD. 11.6.76 NOT SHOWN ON FRENCH 4595 [3RD EDN 1976]. AMEND TO DEAD. DELETE. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

BUILT MARCH 1941 BY COCHRANE. SUNK BY MINE OFF MADDALENA, SARDINIA. (WW2SL & BVLAS 1939-45, SHIPS OF THE ROYAL NAVY).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS RYSA wreck located?

The HMS RYSA wreck is located at coordinates 41 21 N,9 17.55 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS RYSA?

The seabed around the HMS RYSA lies at approximately 70 meters deep.

When did the HMS RYSA sink?

The HMS RYSA sank on Dec 8, 1943.

When was the wreck of the HMS RYSA discovered?

The wreck of the HMS RYSA was discovered in 1943.

What country did the HMS RYSA belong to?

The HMS RYSA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS RYSA?

The HMS RYSA had a tonnage of 545 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS RYSA?

The HMS RYSA is classified as a trawler.

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