Petritzis Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Petritzis Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		43 53 N,1 30 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 43.883333
  • Longitude: -1.500000
Water Depth 48 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name PETRITZIS
Type steam ship
Flag GR
Length 105.6 m
Width 15.5 m
Draught 7
Tonnage 3692
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 25, 1917
Original Detection Year 1919
Last Detection Year 1961
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Surveying Details H2474/19 9.7.19 H2474/19 9.7.19 WK SHOWN IN 435300N, 013000W ON FRENCH WK CHART 10105. BR STD. H2968/22 18.5.22 H2968/22 18.5.22 AMEND TO WK PA (1918) IN 435400N, 012930W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). BR STD. H801/61 28.2.61 H801/61 28.2.61 DELETE. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). AMENDED TO DEAD. NE 2665.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1905 BY J L THOMPSON & SONS, WITH TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES OF 321NHP. OWNED AT THE TIME OF LOSS BY E PETRITZIS FILS. WAS TORPEDOED & SUNK BY A GERMAN SUBMARINE IN THE BAY OF BISCAY. (DODS). SUNK WHILE ON PASSAGE BENISAF & ST JEAN DE LUZ FOR THE TYNE. (LL WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the PETRITZIS wreck located?

The PETRITZIS wreck is located at coordinates 43 53 N,1 30 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PETRITZIS?

The seabed around the PETRITZIS lies at approximately 48 meters deep.

When did the PETRITZIS sink?

The PETRITZIS sank on Jun 25, 1917.

When was the wreck of the PETRITZIS discovered?

The wreck of the PETRITZIS was discovered in 1919.

What country did the PETRITZIS belong to?

The PETRITZIS belonged to GR.

What cargo was the PETRITZIS carrying?

The PETRITZIS was carrying ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined,ore.

What was the tonnage of the PETRITZIS?

The PETRITZIS had a tonnage of 3692 tons.

What type of wreck is the PETRITZIS?

The PETRITZIS is classified as a steam ship.

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