Alderpool Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Alderpool Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		58 21 N,27 59 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.350000
  • Longitude: -27.983333
Water Depth 2100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALDERPOOL
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 4313
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 3, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 10.2.96 10.2.96 SINKING POSN APPROX 582100N, 275900W. (LL WW2, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). PLOTS IN OVER 2000 MTRS.
Last Amended Date Oct 4, 2004

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY U46. PASSAGE NEW YORK FOR HULL. (LL WW2, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the ALDERPOOL wreck located?

The ALDERPOOL wreck is located at coordinates 58 21 N,27 59 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ALDERPOOL?

The seabed around the ALDERPOOL lies at approximately 2100 meters deep.

When did the ALDERPOOL sink?

The ALDERPOOL sank on Apr 3, 1941.

When was the wreck of the ALDERPOOL discovered?

The wreck of the ALDERPOOL was discovered in 1941.

What country did the ALDERPOOL belong to?

The ALDERPOOL belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ALDERPOOL carrying?

The ALDERPOOL was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the ALDERPOOL?

The ALDERPOOL had a tonnage of 4313 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALDERPOOL?

The ALDERPOOL is classified as a steam ship.

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