Martin Goldschmidt Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Martin goldschmidt Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 53 N,12 37 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.883333
  • Longitude: -12.616667
Water Depth 2750 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARTIN GOLDSCHMIDT
Type steam ship
Flag DK
Length 88.1 m
Width 13.1 m
Draught 5.8
Tonnage 2094
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 13, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 6.8.87 6.8.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 555300N, 123700W. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1922 BY A/S KOGE VAERFT MASKIN. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY D/S A/S PROGRESS. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 228NHP. TORPEDOED BY U-53. 15 MEN LOST. (DODS & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the MARTIN GOLDSCHMIDT wreck located?

The MARTIN GOLDSCHMIDT wreck is located at coordinates 55 53 N,12 37 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MARTIN GOLDSCHMIDT?

The seabed around the MARTIN GOLDSCHMIDT lies at approximately 2750 meters deep.

When did the MARTIN GOLDSCHMIDT sink?

The MARTIN GOLDSCHMIDT sank on Feb 13, 1940.

When was the wreck of the MARTIN GOLDSCHMIDT discovered?

The wreck of the MARTIN GOLDSCHMIDT was discovered in 1940.

What country did the MARTIN GOLDSCHMIDT belong to?

The MARTIN GOLDSCHMIDT belonged to DK.

What was the tonnage of the MARTIN GOLDSCHMIDT?

The MARTIN GOLDSCHMIDT had a tonnage of 2094 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARTIN GOLDSCHMIDT?

The MARTIN GOLDSCHMIDT is classified as a steam ship.

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