Canadian Cruiser Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Canadian cruiser Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
6 36 S,47 18 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: -6.600000
- Longitude: 47.300000
|
| Water Depth |
4600 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
CANADIAN CRUISER |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Flag |
CA |
| Length |
131.1 m |
| Width |
17.1 m |
| Draught |
10.7 |
| Tonnage |
7178 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Feb 21, 1941
|
| Original Detection Year |
1941 |
| Original Source |
published World War 2 losses |
| Last Amended Date |
Sep 9, 2003 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The Canadian Cruiser is a historic shipwreck located in the Indian Ocean at the coordinates 6 36 S, 47 18 E. This vessel was sunk by the Admiral Scheer during wartime operations after transmitting a final distress signal from this approximate position. The wreck site is documented under Admiralty records and remains a point of interest for maritime history. The site is currently designated for record-keeping purposes and serves as an underwater obstruction within the region.
Surveying Details
H01001/40 SUNK 063600S, 471800E. (ADMIRALTY). NCA. 18.11.95 VESSEL SUNK BY 'ADMIRAL SCHEER'. SENT DISTRESS SIGNAL FROM POSN 063600S, 471800E APPROX. (LLOYDS WAR LOSSES). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Circumstances of loss
BUILT IN 1921 BY HALIFAX SHIPYARDS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY CANADIAN TRAMP SHIPPING CO. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 705NHP. PASSAGE PORT SUDAN FOR DURBAN AND WEST INDIES. WAS INTERCEPTED AND SUNK BY GUNFIRE BY GERMAN CRUISER 'ADMIRAL SCHEER'. CREW OF 34 ALL BECAME POWS. (DODS, LLOYDS WAR LOSSES WWII).
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6 36 S,47 18 E
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FAQ
Where is the CANADIAN CRUISER wreck located?
The CANADIAN CRUISER wreck is located at coordinates 6 36 S,47 18 E.
How deep is the seabed around the CANADIAN CRUISER?
The seabed around the CANADIAN CRUISER lies at approximately 4600 meters deep.
When did the CANADIAN CRUISER sink?
The CANADIAN CRUISER sank on Feb 21, 1941.
When was the wreck of the CANADIAN CRUISER discovered?
The wreck of the CANADIAN CRUISER was discovered in 1941.
What country did the CANADIAN CRUISER belong to?
The CANADIAN CRUISER belonged to CA.
What was the tonnage of the CANADIAN CRUISER?
The CANADIAN CRUISER had a tonnage of 7178 tons.
What type of wreck is the CANADIAN CRUISER?
The CANADIAN CRUISER is classified as a steam ship.