Lucrecia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Lucrecia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 42.036 N,8 18.042 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.700600
  • Longitude: -8.300700
Water Depth 137 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LUCRECIA
Type tanker
Flag NL
Tonnage 2584
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo gas,oil
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 11, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Surveying Details H095/39 15.1.41 H095/39 SUNK IN 494200N, 081800W. (WESTERN APPROACHES LIST, 15.1.41). NCA. POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jul 30, 1999

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY SUBMARINE WHILST EN ROUTE FROM ARUBA TO AVONMOUTH. 2 LIVES LOST. (LL WW2).

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FAQ

Where is the LUCRECIA wreck located?

The LUCRECIA wreck is located at coordinates 49 42.036 N,8 18.042 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LUCRECIA?

The seabed around the LUCRECIA lies at approximately 137 meters deep.

When did the LUCRECIA sink?

The LUCRECIA sank on Jul 11, 1940.

When was the wreck of the LUCRECIA discovered?

The wreck of the LUCRECIA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the LUCRECIA belong to?

The LUCRECIA belonged to NL.

What cargo was the LUCRECIA carrying?

The LUCRECIA was carrying gas,oil.

What was the tonnage of the LUCRECIA?

The LUCRECIA had a tonnage of 2584 tons.

What type of wreck is the LUCRECIA?

The LUCRECIA is classified as a tanker.

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