Cayru Wreck

Field Value
Cayru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		39 5.000 N,73 47.000 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 39.083330
  • Longitude: -73.783330
Reported Year 1942
Name CAYRU
Type freighter
Flag Brazil
Length 118.9 m
Width 16.5 m
Draught 8.5
Tonnage 5152
Tonnage Type gross
Date Sunk Mar 7, 1942

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY U-94

General Comments

AKA: Chickasaw; Scanmail, Owner: Lloyd Brasileiro, Year Built: 1919, Where Built: Hog Island, PA, Construction: Steel, Home Port: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Departure Port: Rio de Janiero, Brazil, Destination Port: New York, NY, Master: Pequeno, Crew: 75, Passengers: 10, Lives Lost: 38, Misc Information: Sank; Hydro #537

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FAQ

Where is the CAYRU wreck located?

The CAYRU wreck is located at coordinates 39 5.000 N,73 47.000 W.

When did the CAYRU sink?

The CAYRU sank on Mar 7, 1942.

What country did the CAYRU belong to?

The CAYRU belonged to Brazil.

What was the tonnage of the CAYRU?

The CAYRU had a tonnage of 5152 tons.

What type of wreck is the CAYRU?

The CAYRU is classified as a freighter.

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