Thorsa (Part Of)(Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Thorsa (part of)(possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 12.316 N,5 43.841 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.205267
  • Longitude: -5.730683
Wreck Depth 39 m
Water Depth 45 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name THORSA (PART OF)(POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 73.2 m
Width 9.8 m
Draught 4.6
Sonar Length 19.4
Sonar Width 9
Shadow Height 5.4
Orientation 138
Tonnage 1319
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 2, 1918
Bottom Texture Rock
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 2010
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 3.5.18 SUNK IN 501215N, 054400W. (CUSTOMS, SWANSEA). 7.5.18 SUNK 3M NNW OF PENDEEN LTHO. (BOT MASTER, DOCKET M23261). 6.5.18 2M NNW OF PENDEEN. (AP FALMOUTH, DOCKET M09597). 2.5.18 3M NNW FROM PENDEEN LTHO. (DOCKET M22482). H2537/28 WK IN 501215N, 054400W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). NCA YET. 12.11.75 AMEND USC PA 11FMS (20MTRS) IN 501215W, 054400W. (TONNAGE KNOWN). NE 2649. 4.5.78 AMEND USC PA 25MTRS. NC 1178. 14.12.11 LOCATED 31.10.10 IN 5012.316N, 0543.841W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 39.64 IN GEN DEPTH 45.0MTRS. NO SCOUR. LENGTH 19.4MTRS, WIDTH 9.0MTRS, HT 5.41MTRS. LIES 138/318 DEGS. STRONG MAGNETIC ANOMALY. (FUGRO OSAE, HI 1157). ?DEBRIS FROM THIS VESSEL. AMEND WK 39MTRS IN REVISED POSN. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Dec 14, 2011

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1884 BY BARCLAY CURLE & CO, GLASGOW. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE LEITH, HULL & HAMBURG SS CO. TWO BOILERS, COMPOUND EXPANSION ENGINE OF 187 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE LE HAVRE FOR LIVERPOOL. TORPEDOED BY UB-103. TWO MEN LOST. (WW1SL, LL WW1, DER KRIEG ZUR SEE & SIBI).

General Comments

?DEBRIS FROM THIS WK

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FAQ

Where is the THORSA (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The THORSA (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 12.316 N,5 43.841 W.

How deep is the THORSA (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The THORSA (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 39 meters and is located at coordinates 50 12.316 N,5 43.841 W.

How deep is the seabed around the THORSA (PART OF)(POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the THORSA (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 45 meters deep.

When did the THORSA (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) sink?

The THORSA (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) sank on May 2, 1918.

When was the wreck of the THORSA (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the THORSA (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1918.

What country did the THORSA (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) belong to?

The THORSA (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the THORSA (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) carrying?

The THORSA (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the THORSA (PART OF)(POSSIBLY)?

The THORSA (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1319 tons.

What type of wreck is the THORSA (PART OF)(POSSIBLY)?

The THORSA (PART OF)(POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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