Diplomat Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Diplomat Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 42 N,11 37 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.700000
  • Longitude: -11.616667
Water Depth 2700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name DIPLOMAT
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 146.9 m
Width 17.7 m
Draught 10.1
Tonnage 8240
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 27, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Surveying Details H01001/40 H01001/40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 555630N, 121200W. 6.8.87 6.8.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 554200N, 113700W. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). PLOTS IN APPROX 2700 MTRS.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

CHARENTE SS CO. BUILT 1921. TORPEDOED & SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U-104 WHILST EN-ROUTE NEW ORLEANS TO LIVERPOOL.

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FAQ

Where is the DIPLOMAT wreck located?

The DIPLOMAT wreck is located at coordinates 55 42 N,11 37 W.

How deep is the seabed around the DIPLOMAT?

The seabed around the DIPLOMAT lies at approximately 2700 meters deep.

When did the DIPLOMAT sink?

The DIPLOMAT sank on Nov 27, 1940.

When was the wreck of the DIPLOMAT discovered?

The wreck of the DIPLOMAT was discovered in 1940.

What country did the DIPLOMAT belong to?

The DIPLOMAT belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the DIPLOMAT?

The DIPLOMAT had a tonnage of 8240 tons.

What type of wreck is the DIPLOMAT?

The DIPLOMAT is classified as a steam ship.

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