Leticia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Leticia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 11 N,13 15 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.183333
  • Longitude: -13.250000
Water Depth 2500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LETICIA
Type tanker
Flag NL
Tonnage 2580
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 27, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

H01001/40 9.1.41 H01001/40 9.1.41 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 500900N, 134600W. NO ACTION. 7.7.87 7.7.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 501100W, 134600W. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM U-47. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the LETICIA wreck located?

The LETICIA wreck is located at coordinates 50 11 N,13 15 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LETICIA?

The seabed around the LETICIA lies at approximately 2500 meters deep.

When did the LETICIA sink?

The LETICIA sank on Jun 27, 1940.

When was the wreck of the LETICIA discovered?

The wreck of the LETICIA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the LETICIA belong to?

The LETICIA belonged to NL.

What was the tonnage of the LETICIA?

The LETICIA had a tonnage of 2580 tons.

What type of wreck is the LETICIA?

The LETICIA is classified as a tanker.

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