Empire Soldier Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Empire soldier Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
47 35 N,51 44 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 47.583333
  • Longitude: -51.733333
Water Depth 170 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name EMPIRE SOLDIER
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 117.4 m
Width 15.9 m
Draught 8
Tonnage 4539
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 16, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source other
Surveying Details 11.5.71 11.5.71 SUNK IN PA 473500N, 514400W. (DODS & WAR RISK INSURANCE OFFICE). POSN FOR FILING ONLY. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jan 8, 2009

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1929 BY LITHGOWS. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS MINISTRY OF WAR TRANSPORT (WM CORY & SONS). TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE. PASSAGE NEW YORK & HALIFAX FOR HULL. (DODS, WAR RISK INSURANCE OFFICE).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 47 35 N,51 44 W
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FAQ

Where is the EMPIRE SOLDIER wreck located?

The EMPIRE SOLDIER wreck is located at coordinates 47 35 N,51 44 W.

How deep is the seabed around the EMPIRE SOLDIER?

The seabed around the EMPIRE SOLDIER lies at approximately 170 meters deep.

When did the EMPIRE SOLDIER sink?

The EMPIRE SOLDIER sank on Sep 16, 1942.

When was the wreck of the EMPIRE SOLDIER discovered?

The wreck of the EMPIRE SOLDIER was discovered in 1942.

What country did the EMPIRE SOLDIER belong to?

The EMPIRE SOLDIER belonged to GB.

What cargo was the EMPIRE SOLDIER carrying?

The EMPIRE SOLDIER was carrying general and mixed goods,non-ferrous elements and ores: unrefined and refined.

What was the tonnage of the EMPIRE SOLDIER?

The EMPIRE SOLDIER had a tonnage of 4539 tons.

What type of wreck is the EMPIRE SOLDIER?

The EMPIRE SOLDIER is classified as a steam ship.