Hms Martin Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Hms martin Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 53 N,3 57 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.883333
  • Longitude: 3.950000
Water Depth 2800 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name HMS MARTIN
Type destroyer
Flag GB
Length 107.9 m
Width 11.3 m
Draught 3
Tonnage 1920
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 10, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 10.2.78 VESSEL SANK IN 375300N, 035700E APPROX. (WW2SL). NCA, TOO DEEP TO CHART.
Last Amended Date Aug 19, 2002

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY GERMAN U-431 WHILST ACTING AS ESCORT TO TORCH CONVOY. (ALLIED WARSHIP CASUALTIES MEDITERRANEAN, FEB 1952 & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the HMS MARTIN wreck located?

The HMS MARTIN wreck is located at coordinates 37 53 N,3 57 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HMS MARTIN?

The seabed around the HMS MARTIN lies at approximately 2800 meters deep.

When did the HMS MARTIN sink?

The HMS MARTIN sank on Nov 10, 1942.

When was the wreck of the HMS MARTIN discovered?

The wreck of the HMS MARTIN was discovered in 1942.

What country did the HMS MARTIN belong to?

The HMS MARTIN belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS MARTIN?

The HMS MARTIN had a tonnage of 1920 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS MARTIN?

The HMS MARTIN is classified as a destroyer.

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