Nebraska Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Nebraska Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		11 55 S,19 52 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -11.916667
  • Longitude: -19.866667
Water Depth 4700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name NEBRASKA
Type carrier
Flag GB
Length 137.2 m
Width 17.7 m
Tonnage 8263
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 8, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details [NO DATE] WK IN 115500S, 195200W. (WW2SL). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Sep 17, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1920 BY WORKMAN, CLARK & CO LTD, BELFAST. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ROYAL MAIL STEAM PACKET CO. PASSAGE TARANTO & GIBRALTAR FOR BUENOS AIRES. TORPEDOED & SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARNE U843. 2 CREW LOST. (WRECKSITE.EU & LLWW2)

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FAQ

Where is the NEBRASKA wreck located?

The NEBRASKA wreck is located at coordinates 11 55 S,19 52 W.

How deep is the seabed around the NEBRASKA?

The seabed around the NEBRASKA lies at approximately 4700 meters deep.

When did the NEBRASKA sink?

The NEBRASKA sank on Apr 8, 1944.

When was the wreck of the NEBRASKA discovered?

The wreck of the NEBRASKA was discovered in 1944.

What country did the NEBRASKA belong to?

The NEBRASKA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the NEBRASKA carrying?

The NEBRASKA was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the NEBRASKA?

The NEBRASKA had a tonnage of 8263 tons.

What type of wreck is the NEBRASKA?

The NEBRASKA is classified as a carrier.

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