Andrew G Curtin Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Andrew g curtin Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		73 25 N,23 16 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 73.416667
  • Longitude: 23.266667
Water Depth 420 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ANDREW G CURTIN
Type liberty ship
Flag US
Length 134.4 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 11.3
Tonnage 7176
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 25, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 19.9.72 REPORTED SUNK IN 732500N, 251600E APPROX. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES, AXIS SUBS DODS). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1943 BY BETHLEHEM FAIRFIELD SHIPYARD INC. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE US WAR SHIPPING ADMINISTRATION. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 339 NHP. PASSAGE JAFJORDEN FOR MURMANSK. TORPEDOED BY U-716. CARGO INCLUDED STEEL, A DECKLOAD OF TWO LOCOMOTIVES, TWO TENDERS, TWO P.T. BOATS AND 26 MAILBAGS. (DODS, LLOYDS WAR LOSSES WWII, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES 1939-45).

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FAQ

Where is the ANDREW G CURTIN wreck located?

The ANDREW G CURTIN wreck is located at coordinates 73 25 N,23 16 E.

How deep is the seabed around the ANDREW G CURTIN?

The seabed around the ANDREW G CURTIN lies at approximately 420 meters deep.

When did the ANDREW G CURTIN sink?

The ANDREW G CURTIN sank on Jan 25, 1944.

When was the wreck of the ANDREW G CURTIN discovered?

The wreck of the ANDREW G CURTIN was discovered in 1944.

What country did the ANDREW G CURTIN belong to?

The ANDREW G CURTIN belonged to US.

What cargo was the ANDREW G CURTIN carrying?

The ANDREW G CURTIN was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the ANDREW G CURTIN?

The ANDREW G CURTIN had a tonnage of 7176 tons.

What type of wreck is the ANDREW G CURTIN?

The ANDREW G CURTIN is classified as a liberty ship.

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