Temple Mead Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Temple mead Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		54 14 N,14 30 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 54.233333
  • Longitude: -14.500000
Water Depth 2800 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TEMPLE MEAD
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 119.2 m
Width 16.2 m
Draught 7.3
Tonnage 4427
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 21, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 541400N, 143000W. 11.8.87 SINKING POSN AS ABOVE. (WW2SL). SUNK APPROX 300 MILES W OF INISHTRAHULL. (DODS).
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1928 BY W PICKERGILL & SONS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY TEMPLE SS CO. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 445NHP. PASSAGE ROSARIO FOR UK. BOMBED & SUNK BY GERMAN AIRCRAFT. 14 MEN LOST. (DODS & WW2SL).

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FAQ

Where is the TEMPLE MEAD wreck located?

The TEMPLE MEAD wreck is located at coordinates 54 14 N,14 30 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TEMPLE MEAD?

The seabed around the TEMPLE MEAD lies at approximately 2800 meters deep.

When did the TEMPLE MEAD sink?

The TEMPLE MEAD sank on Jan 21, 1941.

When was the wreck of the TEMPLE MEAD discovered?

The wreck of the TEMPLE MEAD was discovered in 1941.

What country did the TEMPLE MEAD belong to?

The TEMPLE MEAD belonged to GB.

What cargo was the TEMPLE MEAD carrying?

The TEMPLE MEAD was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the TEMPLE MEAD?

The TEMPLE MEAD had a tonnage of 4427 tons.

What type of wreck is the TEMPLE MEAD?

The TEMPLE MEAD is classified as a steam ship.

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