Prescodoc Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Prescodoc Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		8 49.164 N,59 4.012 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 8.819400
  • Longitude: -59.066867
Water Depth 88 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Lower Low Water Springs
Name PRESCODOC
Type steam ship
Flag CA
Tonnage 1938
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 29, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Last Amended Date Apr 29, 2021

Surveying Details

19.6.69 SUNK IN 085000N, 590500W. (WW2SL). INS AS NDW (STS FOR PA). BR STD. FOR FILING ONLY. H2372/63 27.10.69 SHOWN AS NDW ON USHO 5728 [1965 EDN]. 16.7.91 CONFIRMATION OF POSN. (LL WW2, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). SEP 2009/000087098 24.8.09 SHOWN AS WK USC 20MTRS ON FRENCH 7625 [09' EDN, 1:1000,000]. NCA.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY U 160. PASSAGE DEMARARA FOR TRINIDAD. (WW2SL, LL WW2, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the PRESCODOC wreck located?

The PRESCODOC wreck is located at coordinates 8 49.164 N,59 4.012 W.

How deep is the seabed around the PRESCODOC?

The seabed around the PRESCODOC lies at approximately 88 meters deep.

When did the PRESCODOC sink?

The PRESCODOC sank on Jul 29, 1942.

When was the wreck of the PRESCODOC discovered?

The wreck of the PRESCODOC was discovered in 1942.

What country did the PRESCODOC belong to?

The PRESCODOC belonged to CA.

What was the tonnage of the PRESCODOC?

The PRESCODOC had a tonnage of 1938 tons.

What type of wreck is the PRESCODOC?

The PRESCODOC is classified as a steam ship.

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