Samoset Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Samoset Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		32 2.667 N,32 37.25 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 32.044450
  • Longitude: 32.620833
Water Depth 500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SAMOSET
Type tanker
Flag GB
Tonnage 5251
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 20, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 9.8.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 50M N BY E 3/4 E FROM PORT SAID, 320240N, 323715E APPROX. (WW1SL). FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 11, 2002

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, WAS SUNK BY A U-BOAT 50 MILES N BY E 3/4 E FROM PORT SAID. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the SAMOSET wreck located?

The SAMOSET wreck is located at coordinates 32 2.667 N,32 37.25 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SAMOSET?

The seabed around the SAMOSET lies at approximately 500 meters deep.

When did the SAMOSET sink?

The SAMOSET sank on Mar 20, 1918.

When was the wreck of the SAMOSET discovered?

The wreck of the SAMOSET was discovered in 1918.

What country did the SAMOSET belong to?

The SAMOSET belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the SAMOSET?

The SAMOSET had a tonnage of 5251 tons.

What type of wreck is the SAMOSET?

The SAMOSET is classified as a tanker.

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