Louisiane Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Louisiane Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 14 N,15 2 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.233333
  • Longitude: -15.033333
Water Depth 4100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LOUISIANE
Type steam ship
Flag FR
Tonnage 6903
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 13, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Surveying Details H095/39 5.1.40 SINKING POSN 501430N, 150130W. (N.I.D). 6.7.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 501400N 150200W. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM U-48. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the LOUISIANE wreck located?

The LOUISIANE wreck is located at coordinates 50 14 N,15 2 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LOUISIANE?

The seabed around the LOUISIANE lies at approximately 4100 meters deep.

When did the LOUISIANE sink?

The LOUISIANE sank on Oct 13, 1939.

When was the wreck of the LOUISIANE discovered?

The wreck of the LOUISIANE was discovered in 1939.

What country did the LOUISIANE belong to?

The LOUISIANE belonged to FR.

What was the tonnage of the LOUISIANE?

The LOUISIANE had a tonnage of 6903 tons.

What type of wreck is the LOUISIANE?

The LOUISIANE is classified as a steam ship.

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