Agios Georgios Iv Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Agios georgios iv Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		16 12 S,41 0 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -16.200000
  • Longitude: 41.000000
Water Depth 2300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name AGIOS GEORGIOS IV
Type steam ship
Flag GR
Length 127.4 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 7.6
Tonnage 4847
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 8, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 8.12.77 SUNK IN 161200S, 410000E APPROX. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES WWII). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 12, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1938. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY N G NICOLAOU. PASSAGE SUEZ AND ADEN FOR TABLE BAY AND E CANADA. SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM JAPANESE SUBMARINE I-16 BETWEEN ADEN AND TABLE BAY. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES WWII, DODS, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES 1939-45).

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FAQ

Where is the AGIOS GEORGIOS IV wreck located?

The AGIOS GEORGIOS IV wreck is located at coordinates 16 12 S,41 0 E.

How deep is the seabed around the AGIOS GEORGIOS IV?

The seabed around the AGIOS GEORGIOS IV lies at approximately 2300 meters deep.

When did the AGIOS GEORGIOS IV sink?

The AGIOS GEORGIOS IV sank on Jun 8, 1942.

When was the wreck of the AGIOS GEORGIOS IV discovered?

The wreck of the AGIOS GEORGIOS IV was discovered in 1942.

What country did the AGIOS GEORGIOS IV belong to?

The AGIOS GEORGIOS IV belonged to GR.

What cargo was the AGIOS GEORGIOS IV carrying?

The AGIOS GEORGIOS IV was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the AGIOS GEORGIOS IV?

The AGIOS GEORGIOS IV had a tonnage of 4847 tons.

What type of wreck is the AGIOS GEORGIOS IV?

The AGIOS GEORGIOS IV is classified as a steam ship.

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