Olivegrove Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Olivegrove Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		49 5 N,15 58 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 49.083333
  • Longitude: -15.966667
Water Depth 4600 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name OLIVEGROVE
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 4060
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 7, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Surveying Details H034/39 7.9.39 H034/39 7.9.39 SINKING POSN 490500N, 155800W. (TELEGRAM). NCA. 10.7.87 10.7.87 SINKING POSN AS ABOVE. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).
Last Amended Date Jul 2, 2003

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED & SUNK BY U-33. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the OLIVEGROVE wreck located?

The OLIVEGROVE wreck is located at coordinates 49 5 N,15 58 W.

How deep is the seabed around the OLIVEGROVE?

The seabed around the OLIVEGROVE lies at approximately 4600 meters deep.

When did the OLIVEGROVE sink?

The OLIVEGROVE sank on Sep 7, 1939.

When was the wreck of the OLIVEGROVE discovered?

The wreck of the OLIVEGROVE was discovered in 1939.

What country did the OLIVEGROVE belong to?

The OLIVEGROVE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the OLIVEGROVE?

The OLIVEGROVE had a tonnage of 4060 tons.

What type of wreck is the OLIVEGROVE?

The OLIVEGROVE is classified as a steam ship.

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