Fort A La Corne Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Fort a la corne Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 52 N,1 47 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.866667
  • Longitude: 1.783333
Water Depth 2200 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name FORT A LA CORNE
Type steam ship
Length 134.4 m
Width 17.4 m
Tonnage 7130
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 30, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 9.2.95 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 365200N, 014700E. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). TOO DEEP TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Jan 16, 2018

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED & SUNK BY SUBMARINE U-596, NW OF ALGIERS. CREW OF 44 & 8 GUNNERS SAFE. (LLWW2 & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the FORT A LA CORNE wreck located?

The FORT A LA CORNE wreck is located at coordinates 36 52 N,1 47 E.

How deep is the seabed around the FORT A LA CORNE?

The seabed around the FORT A LA CORNE lies at approximately 2200 meters deep.

When did the FORT A LA CORNE sink?

The FORT A LA CORNE sank on Mar 30, 1943.

When was the wreck of the FORT A LA CORNE discovered?

The wreck of the FORT A LA CORNE was discovered in 1943.

What was the tonnage of the FORT A LA CORNE?

The FORT A LA CORNE had a tonnage of 7130 tons.

What type of wreck is the FORT A LA CORNE?

The FORT A LA CORNE is classified as a steam ship.

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