Brazza Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Brazza Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		42 43 N,11 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 42.716667
  • Longitude: -11.000000
Water Depth 1600 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name BRAZZA
Type motor vessel
Flag FR
Length 144.5 m
Width 18 m
Draught 8.8
Tonnage 10387
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,foodstuffs: liquid,wine
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk May 28, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Surveying Details 24.2.96 24.2.96 SUNK IN 424300N, 110000W. (N.I.D). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1923 BY ATEL & CH DE LA LOIRE. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CHARGEURS REUNIS. OIL ENGINE OF 1816NHP. PASSAGE BORDEAUX FOR THE W COAST OF AFRICA. TORPEDOED BY U-37. (DODS, LLOYDS WAR LOSSES WWII, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES 1939-45).

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FAQ

Where is the BRAZZA wreck located?

The BRAZZA wreck is located at coordinates 42 43 N,11 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the BRAZZA?

The seabed around the BRAZZA lies at approximately 1600 meters deep.

When did the BRAZZA sink?

The BRAZZA sank on May 28, 1940.

When was the wreck of the BRAZZA discovered?

The wreck of the BRAZZA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the BRAZZA belong to?

The BRAZZA belonged to FR.

What cargo was the BRAZZA carrying?

The BRAZZA was carrying general and mixed goods,foodstuffs: liquid,wine.

What was the tonnage of the BRAZZA?

The BRAZZA had a tonnage of 10387 tons.

What type of wreck is the BRAZZA?

The BRAZZA is classified as a motor vessel.

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