Robert Bacon Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Robert bacon Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		15 25 S,41 13 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -15.416667
  • Longitude: 41.216667
Water Depth 2600 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ROBERT BACON
Type liberty ship
Flag US
Length 134.4 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 11.3
Tonnage 7191
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 14, 1943
Bottom Texture Mud
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 14.9.72 SUNK IN 150200S, 411300E OR 152500S, 411300E. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES, LIBERTY SHIPS) NCA, BOTH POSNS PLOT IN APPROX 2600MTRS, POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Aug 12, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1943 BY THE DELTA SB CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY US WAR SHIPPING ADMINISTRATION. PASSAGE ROUTE SUEZ AND MOMBASA FOR BAHIA. TORPEDOED BY U-178 OFF MOZAMBIQUE. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES WWII, DODS, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES 1939-45).

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FAQ

Where is the ROBERT BACON wreck located?

The ROBERT BACON wreck is located at coordinates 15 25 S,41 13 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ROBERT BACON?

The seabed around the ROBERT BACON lies at approximately 2600 meters deep.

When did the ROBERT BACON sink?

The ROBERT BACON sank on Jul 14, 1943.

When was the wreck of the ROBERT BACON discovered?

The wreck of the ROBERT BACON was discovered in 1943.

What country did the ROBERT BACON belong to?

The ROBERT BACON belonged to US.

What cargo was the ROBERT BACON carrying?

The ROBERT BACON was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the ROBERT BACON?

The ROBERT BACON had a tonnage of 7191 tons.

What type of wreck is the ROBERT BACON?

The ROBERT BACON is classified as a liberty ship.

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