Proteus Wreck

Field Value
Proteus Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 45.918 N,75 47.010 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 34.765300
  • Longitude: -75.783500
Reported Year 1918
Name PROTEUS
Type freighter
Flag US
Length 118.9 m
Width 14.6 m
Draught 8.8
Tonnage 4836
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general
Date Sunk Aug 18, 1918

Circumstances of loss

COLLISION W/ "CUSHING"

General Comments

Owner: Southern Pacific Co, Year Built: 1900, Where Built: Newport News, VA, Construction: Steel, Home Port: New York, NY, Departure Port: New Orleans, LA, Destination Port: New York, NY, Master: Harry T Boyd, Crew: 83, Passengers: 12, Lives Lost: 1, Ship Value: $1,225,000, Cargo Value: $3,020, Misc Information: Crew/passengers rescued by "Cushing"

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FAQ

Where is the PROTEUS wreck located?

The PROTEUS wreck is located at coordinates 34 45.918 N,75 47.010 W.

When did the PROTEUS sink?

The PROTEUS sank on Aug 18, 1918.

What country did the PROTEUS belong to?

The PROTEUS belonged to US.

What cargo was the PROTEUS carrying?

The PROTEUS was carrying general.

What was the tonnage of the PROTEUS?

The PROTEUS had a tonnage of 4836 tons.

What type of wreck is the PROTEUS?

The PROTEUS is classified as a freighter.

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