Woodbury Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Woodbury Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 46 N,13 56 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.766667
  • Longitude: -13.933333
Water Depth 1000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WOODBURY
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 4434
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 18, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Surveying Details

3.7.87 3.7.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 504600N, 135600W. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED & SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U-99. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the WOODBURY wreck located?

The WOODBURY wreck is located at coordinates 50 46 N,13 56 W.

How deep is the seabed around the WOODBURY?

The seabed around the WOODBURY lies at approximately 1000 meters deep.

When did the WOODBURY sink?

The WOODBURY sank on Jul 18, 1940.

When was the wreck of the WOODBURY discovered?

The wreck of the WOODBURY was discovered in 1940.

What country did the WOODBURY belong to?

The WOODBURY belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the WOODBURY?

The WOODBURY had a tonnage of 4434 tons.

What type of wreck is the WOODBURY?

The WOODBURY is classified as a steam ship.

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