Morwenna Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Morwenna Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 15.03 N,9 15.04 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.250500
  • Longitude: -9.250667
Water Depth 110 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MORWENNA
Type merchant vessel
Flag GB
Tonnage 1414
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 26, 1915
Original Detection Year 1915
Original Source unknown
Last Amended Date Jan 13, 1999

Surveying Details

30.1.78 CHARTED AS NDW IN 501500N, 091500W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). - NC 2649.

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED THEN TORPEDOED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE 72M S BY E FROM FASTNET. (WW1SL). 12.6.75 12.6.75 SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U.41 EN ROUTE FROM CARDIFF TO CANADA. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS VOL.13).

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FAQ

Where is the MORWENNA wreck located?

The MORWENNA wreck is located at coordinates 50 15.03 N,9 15.04 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MORWENNA?

The seabed around the MORWENNA lies at approximately 110 meters deep.

When did the MORWENNA sink?

The MORWENNA sank on May 26, 1915.

When was the wreck of the MORWENNA discovered?

The wreck of the MORWENNA was discovered in 1915.

What country did the MORWENNA belong to?

The MORWENNA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the MORWENNA?

The MORWENNA had a tonnage of 1414 tons.

What type of wreck is the MORWENNA?

The MORWENNA is classified as a merchant vessel.

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