Gasconia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Gasconia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 44.55 N,2 23.2 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.742500
  • Longitude: 2.386667
Water Depth 400 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name GASCONIA
Type collier
Flag GB
Tonnage 3801
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 16, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details 21.8.02 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 12M ENE FROM CHERCHEL. (WW1SL). POSN 364433N, 022312E FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 26, 2009

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY U-BOAT 12M ENE FROM CHERCHEL. PASSAGE BARRY FOR MALTA. (WWISL).

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FAQ

Where is the GASCONIA wreck located?

The GASCONIA wreck is located at coordinates 36 44.55 N,2 23.2 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GASCONIA?

The seabed around the GASCONIA lies at approximately 400 meters deep.

When did the GASCONIA sink?

The GASCONIA sank on Nov 16, 1917.

When was the wreck of the GASCONIA discovered?

The wreck of the GASCONIA was discovered in 1917.

What country did the GASCONIA belong to?

The GASCONIA belonged to GB.

What cargo was the GASCONIA carrying?

The GASCONIA was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the GASCONIA?

The GASCONIA had a tonnage of 3801 tons.

What type of wreck is the GASCONIA?

The GASCONIA is classified as a collier.

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