Hms Hermione Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hms hermione Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		33 17 N,26 10 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 33.283333
  • Longitude: 26.166667
Water Depth 2400 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS HERMIONE
Type light cruiser
Flag GB
Length 154.2 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 4.3
Tonnage 5450
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 16, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details H0921/43 12.3.43 SUNK IN 331700N, 261000E APPROX. (FLEET HYDROGRAPHIC OFFICER, ALEXANDRIA, LM DTD 15.2.43). NCA.
Last Amended Date Feb 21, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1939 BY A STEPHEN & SONS. THREE DRUM BOILERS, TURBINE ENGINES OF 62,000 SHP FOR 33KTS. TORPEDOED BY AN ENEMY SUBMARINE AND SANK STERN FIRST S OF CRETE. 87 MEN LOST. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS HERMIONE wreck located?

The HMS HERMIONE wreck is located at coordinates 33 17 N,26 10 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS HERMIONE?

The seabed around the HMS HERMIONE lies at approximately 2400 meters deep.

When did the HMS HERMIONE sink?

The HMS HERMIONE sank on Jun 16, 1942.

When was the wreck of the HMS HERMIONE discovered?

The wreck of the HMS HERMIONE was discovered in 1942.

What country did the HMS HERMIONE belong to?

The HMS HERMIONE belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS HERMIONE?

The HMS HERMIONE had a tonnage of 5450 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS HERMIONE?

The HMS HERMIONE is classified as a light cruiser.

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