Compaganus Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Compaganus Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
57 9.96 N,0 59.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 57.166000
  • Longitude: 0.998333
Water Depth 94 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name COMPAGANUS
Type trawler
Flag GB
Tonnage 270
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 17, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 1976
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SUNK 150 MILES E BY N 0.25 N FROM MAY ISLAND. (WW2SL; LLOYDS WAR LOSSES). H8065/39 19.12.39 H8065/39 19.12.39 SUNK IN 571000N, 010000E, APPROX, IN DEEP WATER. (C IN C ROSYTH). NCA. 19.5.76 19.5.76 INS AS NDWPA IN 571000N, 010000E. NC 278.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BOMBED AND SUNK BY GERMAN AIRCRAFT.

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FAQ

Where is the COMPAGANUS wreck located?

The COMPAGANUS wreck is located at coordinates 57 9.96 N,0 59.9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the COMPAGANUS?

The seabed around the COMPAGANUS lies at approximately 94 meters deep.

When did the COMPAGANUS sink?

The COMPAGANUS sank on Dec 17, 1939.

When was the wreck of the COMPAGANUS discovered?

The wreck of the COMPAGANUS was discovered in 1939.

What country did the COMPAGANUS belong to?

The COMPAGANUS belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the COMPAGANUS?

The COMPAGANUS had a tonnage of 270 tons.

What type of wreck is the COMPAGANUS?

The COMPAGANUS is classified as a trawler.