Hilda Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hilda Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		45 45.94 N,3 17.08 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 45.765667
  • Longitude: -3.284667
Water Depth 130 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HILDA
Type steam ship
Flag FI
Length 72.2 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 1144
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 21, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 5.10.93 SANK IN 454600N, 031700W APPROX. (LL WW2). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1915 BY TRONDHEIMS MEK VERKSTED, WAS TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY A GERMAN SUBMARINE. FIVE OF HER CREW WERE LOST. OWNED AT THE TIME OF LOSS BY K F HOMERI. (DODS). SUNK WHILE ON PASSAGE FROM DUNKIRK & LA PALLICE TO THE UK. (LL WW2).

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FAQ

Where is the HILDA wreck located?

The HILDA wreck is located at coordinates 45 45.94 N,3 17.08 W.

How deep is the seabed around the HILDA?

The seabed around the HILDA lies at approximately 130 meters deep.

When did the HILDA sink?

The HILDA sank on Jun 21, 1940.

When was the wreck of the HILDA discovered?

The wreck of the HILDA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the HILDA belong to?

The HILDA belonged to FI.

What cargo was the HILDA carrying?

The HILDA was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the HILDA?

The HILDA had a tonnage of 1144 tons.

What type of wreck is the HILDA?

The HILDA is classified as a steam ship.

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