Zambesi Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Zambesi Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		31 25 N,29 48 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 31.416667
  • Longitude: 29.800000
Water Depth 300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ZAMBESI
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 3759
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 1, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1992
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 8.8.72 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 15M N BY W FROM ALEXANDRIA. (WW1SL). GIVES POSN 312730N, 294930E APPROX. 7.1.92 SINKING POSN AS 312500N, 294800E. (LL WW1). PLOTS IN 300MTRS.
Last Amended Date Feb 5, 2020

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE THE TYNE FOR PORT SAID. TORPEDOED & SUNK BY SUBMARINE 15M OFF ALEXANDRIA. (WW1SL, LL WW1).

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FAQ

Where is the ZAMBESI wreck located?

The ZAMBESI wreck is located at coordinates 31 25 N,29 48 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ZAMBESI?

The seabed around the ZAMBESI lies at approximately 300 meters deep.

When did the ZAMBESI sink?

The ZAMBESI sank on Apr 1, 1917.

When was the wreck of the ZAMBESI discovered?

The wreck of the ZAMBESI was discovered in 1917.

What country did the ZAMBESI belong to?

The ZAMBESI belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ZAMBESI carrying?

The ZAMBESI was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the ZAMBESI?

The ZAMBESI had a tonnage of 3759 tons.

What type of wreck is the ZAMBESI?

The ZAMBESI is classified as a steam ship.

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