Vesuvio Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Vesuvio Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		15 35.55 N,39 27.667 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 15.592500
  • Longitude: 39.461117
Water Depth 13 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VESUVIO
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Original Detection Year 1943
Last Detection Year 1957
Original Source national HO/authority charts
Last Amended Date Sep 22, 2003

Surveying Details

H017428/43 26.7.43 H017428/43 26.7.43 STP, UPRIGHT, UPPERWORKS, IN 153535N, 394740E. NE 460. H01509/42 17.1.52 H01509/42 17.1.52 AMEND NOT TO READ: BEING REMOVED. (RIPPON (AFRICA) LTD). - NM 110/52. H03787/41 17.12.52 H03787/41 17.12.52 SUNK BY SCUTTLING CHARGES. (NID). H7820/53 27.1.53 H7820/53 & H490/53 27.1.53 DELETE. (USNM 5074/54 & HMS GLASGOW, HN). H4150/54 28.6.57 H4150/54 28.6.57 ST IN 153533N, 392738E. (USNM 2345/57). - NM 1531/57. H3891/60 6.3.61 H3891/60 6.3.61 DELETE. (PORT MANAGER, MASSAWA). - NM 234/61.

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FAQ

Where is the VESUVIO wreck located?

The VESUVIO wreck is located at coordinates 15 35.55 N,39 27.667 E.

How deep is the seabed around the VESUVIO?

The seabed around the VESUVIO lies at approximately 13 meters deep.

When was the wreck of the VESUVIO discovered?

The wreck of the VESUVIO was discovered in 1943.

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