Tritonia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Tritonia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 21.02 N,10 58.04 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.350333
  • Longitude: -10.967333
Water Depth 115 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TRITONIA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 128 m
Tonnage 4445
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,animals (land & sea) and birds
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Feb 27, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 23.12.69 SUNK 20 MILES NW BY N OF TEARAGHT ISLAND. (LLOYDS TELECON). POSN 522100N, 105800W. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE ST JOHN (NB) AND HALIFAX (NS) FOR GLASGOW. TORPEDOED BY U-BOAT. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the TRITONIA wreck located?

The TRITONIA wreck is located at coordinates 52 21.02 N,10 58.04 W.

How deep is the seabed around the TRITONIA?

The seabed around the TRITONIA lies at approximately 115 meters deep.

When did the TRITONIA sink?

The TRITONIA sank on Feb 27, 1917.

When was the wreck of the TRITONIA discovered?

The wreck of the TRITONIA was discovered in 1917.

What country did the TRITONIA belong to?

The TRITONIA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the TRITONIA carrying?

The TRITONIA was carrying general and mixed goods,animals (land & sea) and birds.

What was the tonnage of the TRITONIA?

The TRITONIA had a tonnage of 4445 tons.

What type of wreck is the TRITONIA?

The TRITONIA is classified as a steam ship.

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