Gallia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Gallia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 39.7 N,3 0.576 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.661667
  • Longitude: -3.009600
Water Depth 21 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GALLIA
Type steam ship
Flag IT
Length 91.4 m
Width 12 m
Draught 6.1
Tonnage 2728
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 24, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Last Detection Year 1985
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details SUNK 24M WNW OF PORTLAND BILL. (LL WW1). POSN 503940N, 030030W FOR FILING ONLY. H2923/83 3.1.85 NOT LOCATED BY DCS3. (GARDLINE SURVEY, HI 202). AMENDED TO DEAD. 8.10.10 NOT LOCATED BY M/B. (NETSURVEY, HI 1343). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1887 BY BARTRAM, HASWELL & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY FEDERAZIONE ITALIANA DEI CONSORZI AGRARI. PASSAGE THE TYNE FOR SAVONA. TORPEDOED AND SUNK. (LL WW1 & DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the GALLIA wreck located?

The GALLIA wreck is located at coordinates 50 39.7 N,3 0.576 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GALLIA?

The seabed around the GALLIA lies at approximately 21 meters deep.

When did the GALLIA sink?

The GALLIA sank on Oct 24, 1917.

When was the wreck of the GALLIA discovered?

The wreck of the GALLIA was discovered in 1917.

What country did the GALLIA belong to?

The GALLIA belonged to IT.

What cargo was the GALLIA carrying?

The GALLIA was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the GALLIA?

The GALLIA had a tonnage of 2728 tons.

What type of wreck is the GALLIA?

The GALLIA is classified as a steam ship.

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