La Brea Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
La brea Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 24 N,11 21 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.400000
  • Longitude: -11.350000
Water Depth 630 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LA BREA
Type tanker
Flag GB
Tonnage 6665
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo flammable liquids and gases,oil
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 24, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Surveying Details H01001/40 9.1.40 H01001/40 9.1.40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 572000N, 111500W. NCA. 31.7.87 31.7.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 572400N, 112100W. PLOTS IN APPROX 630MTRS. (WW2SL, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES, LL WW2). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED & SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U 48, WHILST EN-ROUTE ARUBA TO DUNDEE.

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FAQ

Where is the LA BREA wreck located?

The LA BREA wreck is located at coordinates 57 24 N,11 21 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LA BREA?

The seabed around the LA BREA lies at approximately 630 meters deep.

When did the LA BREA sink?

The LA BREA sank on Aug 24, 1940.

When was the wreck of the LA BREA discovered?

The wreck of the LA BREA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the LA BREA belong to?

The LA BREA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the LA BREA carrying?

The LA BREA was carrying flammable liquids and gases,oil.

What was the tonnage of the LA BREA?

The LA BREA had a tonnage of 6665 tons.

What type of wreck is the LA BREA?

The LA BREA is classified as a tanker.

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