Archangel (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Archangel (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		57 15.737 N,2 0.099 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.262283
  • Longitude: -2.001650
Water Depth 10 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name ARCHANGEL (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 100.9 m
Width 13.4 m
Draught 5.8
Orientation 90
Tonnage 2448
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,personnel
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 16, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Last Detection Year 1952
Original Source other
Surveying Details H03451/41 29.10.41 THE KATHLEEN LOST HER TRAWL IN 1952. A DIVING AND E/S EXAMINATION MADE 3.7.52 FOUND A LARGE STEEL VESSEL IN 25 FEET OF WATER IN 571545N, 020000W. DIVERS VISIBILTY 2-3 FEET. LIES E/W. STANDS UP TO 10- FEET ABOVE BOTTOM (SCOTTISH HOME DEPARTMENT 25.7.52 & FRS CLUPEA). INS AS DW. - NM 1530/52. RSDRA2023000272904 20.10.23 NOT LOCATED IN M/B SURVEY. SEE WRECK 101602 FOR POSSIBLE LOCATION OF ARCHANGEL.(HI1733 REPORT OF SURVEY, CLINTON MARINE 30.3.23). AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Oct 20, 2023

Circumstances of loss

EX-ST PETERSBURG. BUILT IN 1910 BY J BROWN & CO LTD, CLYDEBANK. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE GREAT EASTERN RAILWAY CO. FIVE BOILERS, TRIPLE S TURBINES OF 10692HP. PASSAGE KIRKWALL FOR ABERDEEN. ATTACKED BY GERMAN AIRCRAFT AND SEVERELY DAMAGED. 40 CREW AND 12 PASSENGERS LOST. SUBSEQUENTLY BEACHED AND BROKE INTO FOUR SECTIONS. (SIBI).

General Comments

See Also: 2145

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FAQ

Where is the ARCHANGEL (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The ARCHANGEL (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 57 15.737 N,2 0.099 W.

How deep is the seabed around the ARCHANGEL (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the ARCHANGEL (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 10 meters deep.

When did the ARCHANGEL (POSSIBLY) sink?

The ARCHANGEL (POSSIBLY) sank on May 16, 1941.

When was the wreck of the ARCHANGEL (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the ARCHANGEL (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1941.

What country did the ARCHANGEL (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The ARCHANGEL (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the ARCHANGEL (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The ARCHANGEL (POSSIBLY) was carrying general and mixed goods,personnel.

What was the tonnage of the ARCHANGEL (POSSIBLY)?

The ARCHANGEL (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 2448 tons.

What type of wreck is the ARCHANGEL (POSSIBLY)?

The ARCHANGEL (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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