Uss Skill Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Uss skill Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
40 19 N,14 35 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.316667
  • Longitude: 14.583333
Water Depth 210 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name USS SKILL
Type minesweeper
Flag US
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 25, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source other
Surveying Details 12.6.72 VESSEL SANK IN 401900N, 143500E APPROX. (ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES, MED, FEB'52). NCA. SEP 2016/000198404 9.11.16 NOT SHOWN ON ITALIAN 10. (EDN 2, DTD APRIL 2016). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Nov 9, 2016

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U-593 WHILST ON PATROL. (ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES, MED, FEB'52 & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the USS SKILL wreck located?

The USS SKILL wreck is located at coordinates 40 19 N,14 35 E.

How deep is the seabed around the USS SKILL?

The seabed around the USS SKILL lies at approximately 210 meters deep.

When did the USS SKILL sink?

The USS SKILL sank on Sep 25, 1943.

When was the wreck of the USS SKILL discovered?

The wreck of the USS SKILL was discovered in 1943.

What country did the USS SKILL belong to?

The USS SKILL belonged to US.

What type of wreck is the USS SKILL?

The USS SKILL is classified as a minesweeper.