La Negra Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
La negra Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 29.04 N,3 52.07 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.484000
  • Longitude: -3.867833
Water Depth 72 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LA NEGRA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 8312
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo foodstuffs: preserved,foodstuffs: solid
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 3, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1973
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SUNK IN 492900N, 035200W. (LL WW1 & DOCKET M72223). NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY. SUNK 50 MILES SSW FROM START POINT. (WW1SL). H3110/72 10.1.73 H3110/72 10.1.73 NOT FOUND AFTER INTENSIVE SEARCH IN AREA. (HMS HECATE, 1972). AMENDED TO DEAD. [SEE ALSO WKS 23006 & 23032].
Last Amended Date Jan 29, 2001

Circumstances of loss

22.8.17 BUILT IN 1911. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE BRITISH & ARGENTINE STEAM NAVIGATION CO, LONDON. SAILED SIERRA LEONE ON 22.8.17 IN CONVOY FOR SPITHEAD. TORPEDOED BY UC 50 IN THE STERN. LOSE PORT PROP AND RUDDER. FURTHER TORPEDO HIT STBD FWD AND THE VESSEL SETTLED. TORPEDOED & SUNK BY SUBMARINE 50 MILES SSW FROM START POINT ON PASSAGE FROM BUENOS AIRES. 4 LIVES LOST. (LL WW1 & WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the LA NEGRA wreck located?

The LA NEGRA wreck is located at coordinates 49 29.04 N,3 52.07 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LA NEGRA?

The seabed around the LA NEGRA lies at approximately 72 meters deep.

When did the LA NEGRA sink?

The LA NEGRA sank on Sep 3, 1917.

When was the wreck of the LA NEGRA discovered?

The wreck of the LA NEGRA was discovered in 1917.

What country did the LA NEGRA belong to?

The LA NEGRA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the LA NEGRA carrying?

The LA NEGRA was carrying foodstuffs: preserved,foodstuffs: solid.

What was the tonnage of the LA NEGRA?

The LA NEGRA had a tonnage of 8312 tons.

What type of wreck is the LA NEGRA?

The LA NEGRA is classified as a steam ship.

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