Samuel Jordan Kirkwood Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Samuel jordan kirkwood Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		15 0 S,7 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -15.000000
  • Longitude: -7.000000
Water Depth 4400 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SAMUEL JORDAN KIRKWOOD
Type liberty ship
Flag US
Length 134.4 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 11.3
Tonnage 7176
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 7, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source other
Surveying Details 27.1.94 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 150000S, 070000W APPROX. (LIBERTY SHIPS). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Sep 2, 2009

Circumstances of loss

BUILT BY DELTA SHIPBUILDING CO. TORPEDOED BY U-195. (LIBERTY SHIPS).

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FAQ

Where is the SAMUEL JORDAN KIRKWOOD wreck located?

The SAMUEL JORDAN KIRKWOOD wreck is located at coordinates 15 0 S,7 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the SAMUEL JORDAN KIRKWOOD?

The seabed around the SAMUEL JORDAN KIRKWOOD lies at approximately 4400 meters deep.

When did the SAMUEL JORDAN KIRKWOOD sink?

The SAMUEL JORDAN KIRKWOOD sank on May 7, 1943.

When was the wreck of the SAMUEL JORDAN KIRKWOOD discovered?

The wreck of the SAMUEL JORDAN KIRKWOOD was discovered in 1943.

What country did the SAMUEL JORDAN KIRKWOOD belong to?

The SAMUEL JORDAN KIRKWOOD belonged to US.

What was the tonnage of the SAMUEL JORDAN KIRKWOOD?

The SAMUEL JORDAN KIRKWOOD had a tonnage of 7176 tons.

What type of wreck is the SAMUEL JORDAN KIRKWOOD?

The SAMUEL JORDAN KIRKWOOD is classified as a liberty ship.

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