Spero Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Spero Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 42.96 N,1 51.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.716000
  • Longitude: 1.865000
Wreck Depth 100 m
Water Depth 120 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SPERO
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 1132
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 2, 1916
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1916
Last Detection Year 1991
Original Source other
Last Amended Date Sep 18, 1978

Surveying Details

19.2.75 19.2.75 SANK IN 594300N, 015200E. (NAVAL STAFF MONOGRAPHS, VOL.17). 21.2.75 21.2.75 SANK 95 MILES WSW FROM HELLISO LT HO, NORWAY. (WW1SL). 23.8.78 23.8.78 INS AS WK USC PA 100MTRS (TONNAGE KNOWN). BR STD. 7.11.91 7.11.91 SANK 103 MILES WSW OF BERGEN. (LLWW1).

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED, TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY U-69. PASSAGE TRONDHEIM AND BERGEN FOR HULL. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the SPERO wreck located?

The SPERO wreck is located at coordinates 59 42.96 N,1 51.9 E.

How deep is the SPERO and where exactly is it located?

The SPERO lies at a depth of about 100 meters and is located at coordinates 59 42.96 N,1 51.9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SPERO?

The seabed around the SPERO lies at approximately 120 meters deep.

When did the SPERO sink?

The SPERO sank on Nov 2, 1916.

When was the wreck of the SPERO discovered?

The wreck of the SPERO was discovered in 1916.

What country did the SPERO belong to?

The SPERO belonged to GB.

What cargo was the SPERO carrying?

The SPERO was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the SPERO?

The SPERO had a tonnage of 1132 tons.

What type of wreck is the SPERO?

The SPERO is classified as a steam ship.

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