Hms Thuringia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hms thuringia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 20 N,2 3 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.333333
  • Longitude: 2.050000
Water Depth 33 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS THURINGIA
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 550
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 28, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1981
Original Source national coast guard or patrol
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Surveying Details

1.6.40 POSN 512000N, 020300E, APPROX. (V A DOVER, 28.5.40). INS AS NDW PA. - NM 1794/40 & FNM 1795/40. 17.3.55 DELETED. (PARIS NM 54/46/26). - NM 610/55 & FNM 21/55. 1.11.76 OBSTN SHOWN IN 511954N, 020312E [OGB] ON KINGFISHER CHART [KE 151/2, JUL' 1968 EDN]. NCA. H2820/71 12.11.81 NOT SHOWN ON DUTCH SURVEY DTD 1981 [K8495/12]. AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL BUILT AUG' 1939. MINED. (SRN).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS THURINGIA wreck located?

The HMS THURINGIA wreck is located at coordinates 51 20 N,2 3 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS THURINGIA?

The seabed around the HMS THURINGIA lies at approximately 33 meters deep.

When did the HMS THURINGIA sink?

The HMS THURINGIA sank on May 28, 1940.

When was the wreck of the HMS THURINGIA discovered?

The wreck of the HMS THURINGIA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the HMS THURINGIA belong to?

The HMS THURINGIA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS THURINGIA?

The HMS THURINGIA had a tonnage of 550 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS THURINGIA?

The HMS THURINGIA is classified as a trawler.

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