Thornlea Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Thornlea Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 41 N,14 30 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.683333
  • Longitude: -14.500000
Water Depth 2050 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name THORNLEA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 4261
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 2, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 554100N, 143000W. (LLOYDS). 9.2.78 9.2.78 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 551400N, 164000W. (WW2SL). 6.8.87 6.8.87 SINKING POSN ACCORDING TO SHIP ATTACKED GIVEN AS 551400N, 164000W BUT POSN OF ATTACK ACCORDING TO U-BOAT PATROL REPORT AGREES WITH ORIGINAL LLOYDS POSN. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY U-46. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the THORNLEA wreck located?

The THORNLEA wreck is located at coordinates 55 41 N,14 30 W.

How deep is the seabed around the THORNLEA?

The seabed around the THORNLEA lies at approximately 2050 meters deep.

When did the THORNLEA sink?

The THORNLEA sank on Sep 2, 1940.

When was the wreck of the THORNLEA discovered?

The wreck of the THORNLEA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the THORNLEA belong to?

The THORNLEA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the THORNLEA?

The THORNLEA had a tonnage of 4261 tons.

What type of wreck is the THORNLEA?

The THORNLEA is classified as a steam ship.

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