Hmsm Union Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hmsm union Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 26.117 N,11 50.096 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.435283
  • Longitude: 11.834933
Water Depth 250 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMSM UNION
Type submarine
Flag GB
Length 60 m
Width 4.9 m
Draught 3.7
Tonnage 730
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 22, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 1993
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Last Amended Date Nov 12, 2003

Surveying Details

[NO DATE] SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 362600N, 115000E. (ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES, MEDITERRANEAN, FEB 1952). 24.4.76 WK SHOWN IN 362625N, 115018E ON ITALIAN WK CHART 0050. NOT SHOWN ON ITALIAN 947. 13.7.93 NDW SHOWN IN 362612N, 115000E ON ITALIAN 947 [1993 2ND EDN]. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, SUNK BY ITALIAN TORPEDO BOAT 'CIRCE' BETWEEN TUNISIA & PANTELLERIA.

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FAQ

Where is the HMSM UNION wreck located?

The HMSM UNION wreck is located at coordinates 36 26.117 N,11 50.096 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMSM UNION?

The seabed around the HMSM UNION lies at approximately 250 meters deep.

When did the HMSM UNION sink?

The HMSM UNION sank on Jul 22, 1941.

When was the wreck of the HMSM UNION discovered?

The wreck of the HMSM UNION was discovered in 1941.

What country did the HMSM UNION belong to?

The HMSM UNION belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMSM UNION?

The HMSM UNION had a tonnage of 730 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMSM UNION?

The HMSM UNION is classified as a submarine.

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