Memas (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Memas (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
32 39.2 N,34 50.367 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 32.653333
  • Longitude: 34.839450
Water Depth 64 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MEMAS (POSSIBLY)
Type patrol boat
Flag GB
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 28, 1942
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1943
Last Detection Year 2008
Original Source published other losses
Surveying Details SUNK IN 323626N, 3453300E. (NAVAL HISTORICAL BRANCH). H0992/43 2.4.43 H0992/43 2.4.43 NDW IN 323900N, 345000E. (MED HYD NOTICE 1/43). - FNM 679/43. H4132/71 6.11.73 H4132/71 6.11.73 REPEATED. (BREST NM 73 38 19). NFA. 21.7.81 21.7.81 EUR POSN: 323906N, 345025E. NC 2634. 28.11.98 28.11.98 SHOWN IN 323906N, 345020E [WGD] ON US 56064 [5TH EDN 1994] & ISRAELI 4. PLOTS IN 323912N, 345022E [UND] ON NC 1585. 6.11.09 6.11.09 NOT SHOWN ON ISRAELI 21 [1ST EDN DEC '08, 1:100,000, LARGEST SCALE]. AMENDED TO DEAD. DELETE. NE 1585.
Last Amended Date Nov 6, 2009

Circumstances of loss

PROBABLY UNDER BRITISH CONTROL. ?SUNK BY U-97. 7 MEN LOST.

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 32 39.2 N,34 50.367 E
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FAQ

Where is the MEMAS (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The MEMAS (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 32 39.2 N,34 50.367 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MEMAS (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the MEMAS (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 64 meters deep.

When did the MEMAS (POSSIBLY) sink?

The MEMAS (POSSIBLY) sank on Jun 28, 1942.

When was the wreck of the MEMAS (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the MEMAS (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1943.

What country did the MEMAS (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The MEMAS (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What type of wreck is the MEMAS (POSSIBLY)?

The MEMAS (POSSIBLY) is classified as a patrol boat.