Trefusis Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Trefusis Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		38 37.623 N,9 29.73 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 38.627050
  • Longitude: 9.495500
Water Depth 500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TREFUSIS
Type collier
Flag GB
Tonnage 2642
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 7, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 8.8.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 30M SE OF CAPE PULA, SARDINIA. (WW1SL). NCA, POSN 383735N, 092945E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Mar 25, 2003

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U-65 ABOUT 30M SE OF CAPE PULA, SARDINIA, WHILST ON PASSAGE FROM CARDIFF & GIBRALTAR TO ALEXANDRIA. (WW1SL & LL WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the TREFUSIS wreck located?

The TREFUSIS wreck is located at coordinates 38 37.623 N,9 29.73 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TREFUSIS?

The seabed around the TREFUSIS lies at approximately 500 meters deep.

When did the TREFUSIS sink?

The TREFUSIS sank on Apr 7, 1917.

When was the wreck of the TREFUSIS discovered?

The wreck of the TREFUSIS was discovered in 1917.

What country did the TREFUSIS belong to?

The TREFUSIS belonged to GB.

What cargo was the TREFUSIS carrying?

The TREFUSIS was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the TREFUSIS?

The TREFUSIS had a tonnage of 2642 tons.

What type of wreck is the TREFUSIS?

The TREFUSIS is classified as a collier.

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