Great Isaac Wreck

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Great isaac Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		39 37.583 N,73 56.550 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 39.626380
  • Longitude: -73.942500
Reported Year 1947
Name GREAT ISAAC
Type tug
Flag US
Length 56.5 m
Width 11.5 m
Draught 5.4
Tonnage 1117
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo towing liberty ship "thomas m cooley"
Date Sunk Apr 15, 1947

Circumstances of loss

COLLISION W/ "BANDIERANTE"

General Comments

Owner: U S War Shipping Admin, Year Built: 1944, Where Built: East Boston, MA, Construction: Steel, Home Port: Boston, MA, Departure Port: Norfolk, VA, Destination Port: New York, NY, Master: Ernest McCreary, Crew: 27, Lives Lost: 0, USLSS Station: USCG Mohawk, Misc Information: #245575; Total loss

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FAQ

Where is the GREAT ISAAC wreck located?

The GREAT ISAAC wreck is located at coordinates 39 37.583 N,73 56.550 W.

When did the GREAT ISAAC sink?

The GREAT ISAAC sank on Apr 15, 1947.

What country did the GREAT ISAAC belong to?

The GREAT ISAAC belonged to US.

What cargo was the GREAT ISAAC carrying?

The GREAT ISAAC was carrying towing liberty ship "thomas m cooley".

What was the tonnage of the GREAT ISAAC?

The GREAT ISAAC had a tonnage of 1117 tons.

What type of wreck is the GREAT ISAAC?

The GREAT ISAAC is classified as a tug.

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