Latymer Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Latymer Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		51 20.02 N,10 30.04 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 51.333667
  • Longitude: -10.500667
Water Depth 140 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LATYMER
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 76.5 m
Width 13.4 m
Tonnage 2218
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 2, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details H1001/40 10.1.41 H1001/40 10.1.41 SUNK IN POSN 512000N, 103000W. (AUTHORITY NOT KNOWN). NCA.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BOMBED AND SUNK BY GERMAN AIRCRAFT 4 MILES W OF SKELLIG. ON VOYAGE FROM LISBON TO LONDON. 6 LIVES LOST.

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FAQ

Where is the LATYMER wreck located?

The LATYMER wreck is located at coordinates 51 20.02 N,10 30.04 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LATYMER?

The seabed around the LATYMER lies at approximately 140 meters deep.

When did the LATYMER sink?

The LATYMER sank on Oct 2, 1940.

When was the wreck of the LATYMER discovered?

The wreck of the LATYMER was discovered in 1940.

What country did the LATYMER belong to?

The LATYMER belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the LATYMER?

The LATYMER had a tonnage of 2218 tons.

What type of wreck is the LATYMER?

The LATYMER is classified as a steam ship.

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