Fort La Maune Wreck
| Field |
Value |
| Wreck Category |
non-dangerous wreck |
Fort la maune Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
|
13 4 N,56 30 E |
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
|
- Latitude: 13.066667
- Longitude: 56.500000
|
| Water Depth |
4000 m
|
| Water Level Effect |
always under water/submerged |
| Vertical Datum |
Lowest Astronomical Tide |
| Name |
FORT LA MAUNE |
|
Type
|
steam ship
|
| Flag |
GB |
| Length |
133.7 m |
| Width |
17.4 m |
| Tonnage |
7130 |
| Tonnage Type |
gross |
| Cargo |
general and mixed goods
|
| Conspic Visual |
not visually conspicuous |
| Conspic Radar |
not radar conspicuous |
| Date Sunk |
Jan 25, 1944
|
| Original Detection Year |
1944 |
| Original Source |
published World War 2 losses |
| Last Amended Date |
Jul 2, 2010 |
Simplified Wreck Survey
The shipwreck Fort La Maune is located at coordinates 13 4 N, 56 30 E in the Arabian Sea. This underwater obstruction represents a historical wreck site used for navigation and maritime records. Positioned in the deep waters of the Arabian Sea, the site is classified as a submerged wreck for hydrographic charting purposes. The location 13 4 N, 56 30 E serves as the official reference point for the Fort La Maune, assisting mariners and researchers in identifying this underwater feature in the region.
Surveying Details
[NO DATE] WRECK IN 130400N, 563000E. (LLWW2). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Circumstances of loss
BUILT IN 1942 BY DAVIE S.B & REP CO. LTD. PASSAGE NEW YORK, SUEZ & ADEN FOR COCHIN, INDIA. TORPEDOED & SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U188, NE OF EAST OF SOCOTRA ISLAND. ALL CREW SAFE. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES, LLWW2 & INTERNET)
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13 4 N,56 30 E
Fort La Maune on Wreck Map
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FAQ
Where is the FORT LA MAUNE wreck located?
The FORT LA MAUNE wreck is located at coordinates 13 4 N,56 30 E.
How deep is the seabed around the FORT LA MAUNE?
The seabed around the FORT LA MAUNE lies at approximately 4000 meters deep.
When did the FORT LA MAUNE sink?
The FORT LA MAUNE sank on Jan 25, 1944.
When was the wreck of the FORT LA MAUNE discovered?
The wreck of the FORT LA MAUNE was discovered in 1944.
What country did the FORT LA MAUNE belong to?
The FORT LA MAUNE belonged to GB.
What cargo was the FORT LA MAUNE carrying?
The FORT LA MAUNE was carrying general and mixed goods.
What was the tonnage of the FORT LA MAUNE?
The FORT LA MAUNE had a tonnage of 7130 tons.
What type of wreck is the FORT LA MAUNE?
The FORT LA MAUNE is classified as a steam ship.