Ocean Might Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ocean might Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		0 57 N,4 11 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 0.950000
  • Longitude: -4.183333
Water Depth 5100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OCEAN MIGHT
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 129.5 m
Width 17.4 m
Tonnage 7174
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 2, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details SUNK IN 005700N, 041100W APPROX. (AXIS & LLWW2SL). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jul 14, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT JUNE 1942 BY TODD-BATH IRON SB CORP OF PORTLAND, MAINE, USA. PASSAGE LIVERPOOL FOR TABLE BAY AND THE MIDDLE EAST. SUNK BY SUBMARINE TORPEDO OFF W COAST OF AFRICA. (AXIS & LLWW2SL).

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FAQ

Where is the OCEAN MIGHT wreck located?

The OCEAN MIGHT wreck is located at coordinates 0 57 N,4 11 W.

How deep is the seabed around the OCEAN MIGHT?

The seabed around the OCEAN MIGHT lies at approximately 5100 meters deep.

When did the OCEAN MIGHT sink?

The OCEAN MIGHT sank on Sep 2, 1942.

When was the wreck of the OCEAN MIGHT discovered?

The wreck of the OCEAN MIGHT was discovered in 1942.

What country did the OCEAN MIGHT belong to?

The OCEAN MIGHT belonged to GB.

What cargo was the OCEAN MIGHT carrying?

The OCEAN MIGHT was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the OCEAN MIGHT?

The OCEAN MIGHT had a tonnage of 7174 tons.

What type of wreck is the OCEAN MIGHT?

The OCEAN MIGHT is classified as a steam ship.

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