Gwalia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Gwalia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		39 22 N,14 22 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 39.366667
  • Longitude: -14.366667
Water Depth 4000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name GWALIA
Type steam ship
Flag SE
Length 67.5 m
Width 10.5 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 1258
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo coal
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 2, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details H01001/40 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 392200N, 142200W. (LLWW2). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jan 6, 2003

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1907 BY S P AUSTIN & SON. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY REDERI-A/B SVENSKA LLOYD. ON PASSAGE FROM CARDIFF TO LISBON. TORPEDOED & SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U-37. OF 20 CREW, 16 LIVES LOST. (LLWW2, WW2SL, DODS & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the GWALIA wreck located?

The GWALIA wreck is located at coordinates 39 22 N,14 22 W.

How deep is the seabed around the GWALIA?

The seabed around the GWALIA lies at approximately 4000 meters deep.

When did the GWALIA sink?

The GWALIA sank on Dec 2, 1940.

When was the wreck of the GWALIA discovered?

The wreck of the GWALIA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the GWALIA belong to?

The GWALIA belonged to SE.

What cargo was the GWALIA carrying?

The GWALIA was carrying coal.

What was the tonnage of the GWALIA?

The GWALIA had a tonnage of 1258 tons.

What type of wreck is the GWALIA?

The GWALIA is classified as a steam ship.

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