Richard Henderson Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Richard henderson Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 15 N,8 24 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.250000
  • Longitude: 8.400000
Water Depth 500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name RICHARD HENDERSON
Type liberty ship
Flag US
Length 134.4 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 8.2
Tonnage 7176
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 26, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source other
Surveying Details 15.9.72 SUNK IN 371500N, 082400E APPROX. (LIBERTY SHIPS). NCA, TOO DEEP TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Nov 26, 2002

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT BY PERMANENTE METALS CORP. NO 2. ON PASSAGE FROM PHILADELPHIA TO BANDAR SHAPUR. TORPEDOED & SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U-410 OFF SARDINIA. (LIBERTY SHIPS & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the RICHARD HENDERSON wreck located?

The RICHARD HENDERSON wreck is located at coordinates 37 15 N,8 24 E.

How deep is the seabed around the RICHARD HENDERSON?

The seabed around the RICHARD HENDERSON lies at approximately 500 meters deep.

When did the RICHARD HENDERSON sink?

The RICHARD HENDERSON sank on Aug 26, 1943.

When was the wreck of the RICHARD HENDERSON discovered?

The wreck of the RICHARD HENDERSON was discovered in 1943.

What country did the RICHARD HENDERSON belong to?

The RICHARD HENDERSON belonged to US.

What cargo was the RICHARD HENDERSON carrying?

The RICHARD HENDERSON was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the RICHARD HENDERSON?

The RICHARD HENDERSON had a tonnage of 7176 tons.

What type of wreck is the RICHARD HENDERSON?

The RICHARD HENDERSON is classified as a liberty ship.

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