R P Resor Wreck

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R p resor Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		39 47.750 N,73 25.833 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 39.795830
  • Longitude: -73.430550
Reported Year 1942
Name R P RESOR
Type tanker
Flag US
Length 132.6 m
Width 20.4 m
Draught 10.4
Tonnage 7451
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo 78,729 bbls. of fuel oil
Date Sunk Feb 26, 1942

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY U-578

General Comments

Owner: Standard Oil Co of NJ, Year Built: 1936, Where Built: Kearny, NJ, Construction: Steel, Home Port: Wilmington, DE, Departure Port: Houston, TX, Destination Port: Fall River, MA, Master: Fred Marcus, Crew: 50, Lives Lost: 48, USLSS Station: USS Sagamore, Misc Information: #234510; Capsized after 2 days

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FAQ

Where is the R P RESOR wreck located?

The R P RESOR wreck is located at coordinates 39 47.750 N,73 25.833 W.

When did the R P RESOR sink?

The R P RESOR sank on Feb 26, 1942.

What country did the R P RESOR belong to?

The R P RESOR belonged to US.

What cargo was the R P RESOR carrying?

The R P RESOR was carrying 78,729 bbls. of fuel oil.

What was the tonnage of the R P RESOR?

The R P RESOR had a tonnage of 7451 tons.

What type of wreck is the R P RESOR?

The R P RESOR is classified as a tanker.

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