Hms Cornwall Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hms cornwall Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		1 55 N,77 56 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 1.916667
  • Longitude: 77.933333
Water Depth 4400 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS CORNWALL
Type heavy cruiser
Flag GB
Length 192 m
Width 20.7 m
Draught 4.9
Tonnage 10000
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 5, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source other
Surveying Details H6141/68 28.4.70 SANK IN 015500N, 775600E APPROX. (NHB). NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 7, 2008

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1926 BY DEVONPORT DOCKYARD. 3-DRUM BOILERS, TURBINE ENGINES OF 80,000 SHP FOR 31.5 KNOTS. 8 X 8 INCH, 8 X 4 INCH & 20 SMALLER GUNS. 1 AIRCRAFT. SUNK TOGETHER WITH HMS DORSETSHIRE BY JAPANESE DIVE BOMBERS. 198 MEN LOST. (NHB, WW2SL & DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS CORNWALL wreck located?

The HMS CORNWALL wreck is located at coordinates 1 55 N,77 56 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS CORNWALL?

The seabed around the HMS CORNWALL lies at approximately 4400 meters deep.

When did the HMS CORNWALL sink?

The HMS CORNWALL sank on Apr 5, 1942.

When was the wreck of the HMS CORNWALL discovered?

The wreck of the HMS CORNWALL was discovered in 1942.

What country did the HMS CORNWALL belong to?

The HMS CORNWALL belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS CORNWALL?

The HMS CORNWALL had a tonnage of 10000 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS CORNWALL?

The HMS CORNWALL is classified as a heavy cruiser.

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