George Thatcher Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
George thatcher Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		1 50 S,8 0 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -1.833333
  • Longitude: 8.000000
Water Depth 2500 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GEORGE THATCHER
Type liberty ship
Flag US
Length 128.9 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 10.7
Tonnage 7176
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 1, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source other
Surveying Details 14.9.72 VESSEL IN 015000S, 080000E APPROX. (WO). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Aug 19, 2019

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1942 BY CAIFORNIA SB CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY THE US WAR ADMINISTRATION. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 339 NHP. PASSAGE CHARLESTOWN FOR MOMBASSA. SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the GEORGE THATCHER wreck located?

The GEORGE THATCHER wreck is located at coordinates 1 50 S,8 0 E.

How deep is the seabed around the GEORGE THATCHER?

The seabed around the GEORGE THATCHER lies at approximately 2500 meters deep.

When did the GEORGE THATCHER sink?

The GEORGE THATCHER sank on Nov 1, 1942.

When was the wreck of the GEORGE THATCHER discovered?

The wreck of the GEORGE THATCHER was discovered in 1942.

What country did the GEORGE THATCHER belong to?

The GEORGE THATCHER belonged to US.

What was the tonnage of the GEORGE THATCHER?

The GEORGE THATCHER had a tonnage of 7176 tons.

What type of wreck is the GEORGE THATCHER?

The GEORGE THATCHER is classified as a liberty ship.

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