Alfredo Oriani Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Alfredo oriani Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		35 5 N,20 16 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 35.083333
  • Longitude: 20.266667
Water Depth 3200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ALFREDO ORIANI
Type steam ship
Flag IT
Length 104.2 m
Width 14.3 m
Draught 7
Tonnage 3059
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 13, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Original Source other
Surveying Details 7.9.71 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 180M N OF BENGHAZI, 360500N, 201600E APPROX. (DODS). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Sep 24, 2003

Circumstances of loss

11.9.41 VESSEL, BUILT 1918 BY LLOYD ROYAL BELGI (GB) LTD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY 'TIRRENIA' SOC ANON DI NAV. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 433NHP. BOMBED BY BRITISH AIRCRAFT ON 11.9.41 & SANK TWO DAYS LATER 180M NORTH OF BENGHAZI. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the ALFREDO ORIANI wreck located?

The ALFREDO ORIANI wreck is located at coordinates 35 5 N,20 16 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ALFREDO ORIANI?

The seabed around the ALFREDO ORIANI lies at approximately 3200 meters deep.

When did the ALFREDO ORIANI sink?

The ALFREDO ORIANI sank on Sep 13, 1941.

When was the wreck of the ALFREDO ORIANI discovered?

The wreck of the ALFREDO ORIANI was discovered in 1941.

What country did the ALFREDO ORIANI belong to?

The ALFREDO ORIANI belonged to IT.

What was the tonnage of the ALFREDO ORIANI?

The ALFREDO ORIANI had a tonnage of 3059 tons.

What type of wreck is the ALFREDO ORIANI?

The ALFREDO ORIANI is classified as a steam ship.

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