Galatea (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Galatea (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 38.619 N,5 26.439 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.643650
  • Longitude: -5.440650
Wreck Depth 62 m
Water Depth 68 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GALATEA (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Length 69.5 m
Width 10.7 m
Draught 4.9
Sonar Length 85
Shadow Height 8
Orientation 90
Tonnage 1152
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jan 21, 1945
Original Detection Year 1945
Last Detection Year 2013
Original Source research vessel
Surveying Details H01001/40 22.1.45 H01001/40 22.1.45 SUNK IN 523400N, 052000W, (TRADE DIVISION LISTS DSNE NO 1966). H1950/76 13.11.80 H1950/76 13.11.80 WK EXAM'D 23.5.80 IN 523836N, 052633W [OGB] USING RO/RO HIFIX/6 [2 LOP]. LEAST E/S DEPTH 62 IN GEN DEPTH 68MTRS. NO SCOUR. DCS3 HT 8MTRS. APPROX LENGTH 85MTRS. LYING E/W. STRONG MAGNETIC SIGNATURE. (HMS BEAGLE, HI 40/80). INS AS WK 60MTRS. BR STD. 27.1.14 SEP 2014/000004134 27.1.14 LOCATED IN 5238.619N, 0526.439W [WGD]. LEAST M/B DEPTH 62.1MTRS. (CEFAS MID-ST GEORGE'S CHANNEL SURVEY, 2013). AMEND WK 62MTRS IN REVISED POSN.
Last Amended Date Jan 27, 2014

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED, PRESUMABLY BY SUBMARINE.

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FAQ

Where is the GALATEA (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The GALATEA (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 52 38.619 N,5 26.439 W.

How deep is the GALATEA (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The GALATEA (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 62 meters and is located at coordinates 52 38.619 N,5 26.439 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GALATEA (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the GALATEA (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 68 meters deep.

When did the GALATEA (POSSIBLY) sink?

The GALATEA (POSSIBLY) sank on Jan 21, 1945.

When was the wreck of the GALATEA (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the GALATEA (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1945.

What country did the GALATEA (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The GALATEA (POSSIBLY) belonged to NO.

What was the tonnage of the GALATEA (POSSIBLY)?

The GALATEA (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 1152 tons.

What type of wreck is the GALATEA (POSSIBLY)?

The GALATEA (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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