Bolsena Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Bolsena Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		32 26 N,19 16 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 32.433333
  • Longitude: 19.266667
Water Depth 1200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BOLSENA
Type steam ship
Flag IT
Length 90.8 m
Width 12.8 m
Draught 5.8
Tonnage 2384
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 18, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source other
Surveying Details 9.9.71 SUNK N OF BENGHAZI IN 322600N, 191600E APPROX. (BRITISH STANDARD SHIPS WWI VOL.3 & DODS). PLOTS IN 1200MTRS. NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Mar 11, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1918 BY OSBOURNE, GRAHAM & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ADRIATICA SOC ANON DI NAV. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 420 NHP. TOREDOED BY HMSM TURBULENT N OF BENGHAZI. (BRITISH STANDARD SHIPS WWI VOL 3 & DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the BOLSENA wreck located?

The BOLSENA wreck is located at coordinates 32 26 N,19 16 E.

How deep is the seabed around the BOLSENA?

The seabed around the BOLSENA lies at approximately 1200 meters deep.

When did the BOLSENA sink?

The BOLSENA sank on May 18, 1942.

When was the wreck of the BOLSENA discovered?

The wreck of the BOLSENA was discovered in 1942.

What country did the BOLSENA belong to?

The BOLSENA belonged to IT.

What was the tonnage of the BOLSENA?

The BOLSENA had a tonnage of 2384 tons.

What type of wreck is the BOLSENA?

The BOLSENA is classified as a steam ship.

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