Cape Verde Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Cape verde Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
11 32 N,60 17 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 11.533333
- Longitude: 60.283333
|
| Water Depth |
1050 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
CAPE VERDE |
|
Type
|
merchant vessel
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Length |
131.9 m |
| Width |
17.1 m |
| Draught |
10.5 |
| Tonnage |
6914 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
general and mixed goods,metal: concentrate and products,ore
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Jul 9, 1942
|
| Original Detection Year |
1942 |
| Original Source |
other |
| Last Amended Date |
Jul 31, 2019 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck Cape Verde is located at coordinates 11 32 N, 60 17 E in the Arabian Sea. This underwater obstruction, identified as the vessel Cape Verde, was reported sunk at this position according to historical naval records. The site is cataloged for maritime navigation safety and archival purposes, representing a submerged wreck resting on the seabed of the Arabian Sea. Researchers and maritime historians reference these coordinates to track the position of the Cape Verde wreck in open waters.
Surveying Details
26.5.11 SUNK IN 1132.0N, 6017.0W . (UBOAT.NET). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Circumstances of loss
BUILT IN 1941 BY LITHGOWS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY LYLE SHIPPING CO. OIL ENGINE OF 490 NHP, SINGLE SHAFT. PASSAGE SUEZ FOR NEW YORK VIA CAPETOWN, TRINIDAD & BALTIMORE. TORPEDOED BY U 203. 2 MEN LOST. (DODS & UBOAT.NET).
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11 32 N,60 17 E
Cape Verde on Wreck Map
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FAQ
Where is the CAPE VERDE wreck located?
The CAPE VERDE wreck is located at coordinates 11 32 N,60 17 E.
How deep is the seabed around the CAPE VERDE?
The seabed around the CAPE VERDE lies at approximately 1050 meters deep.
When did the CAPE VERDE sink?
The CAPE VERDE sank on Jul 9, 1942.
When was the wreck of the CAPE VERDE discovered?
The wreck of the CAPE VERDE was discovered in 1942.
What country did the CAPE VERDE belong to?
The CAPE VERDE belonged to GB.
What cargo was the CAPE VERDE carrying?
The CAPE VERDE was carrying general and mixed goods,metal: concentrate and products,ore.
What was the tonnage of the CAPE VERDE?
The CAPE VERDE had a tonnage of 6914 tons.
What type of wreck is the CAPE VERDE?
The CAPE VERDE is classified as a merchant vessel.