Hms Sherwood Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category wreck showing any portion of hull or superstructure
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Hms sherwood Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		53 30.768 N,0 6.246 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 53.512800
  • Longitude: 0.104100
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name HMS SHERWOOD
Type destroyer
Flag GB
Length 94.8 m
Width 9.4 m
Tonnage 1190
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Bottom Texture Sand
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1953
Original Source other
Surveying Details H019460/44 11.4.44 POSN 533045N, 000621E. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). H72/53 17.7.53 NOW COMPLETELY DISPERSED. (HUMBER CONSERVANCY BOARD). NCA.
Last Amended Date Apr 10, 2008

Circumstances of loss

23.10.40 EX-USS RODGERS. 3 X 4 INCH, 1 X 3 INCH GUNS. COMMISSIONED INTO THE RN 23.10.40. AIR TARGET 8.1942. BEACHED 10.1943 AS A ROCKET TARGET. LISTED 1946 AS 'DESTROYED'. (SRN).

General Comments

DISPERSED

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FAQ

Where is the HMS SHERWOOD wreck located?

The HMS SHERWOOD wreck is located at coordinates 53 30.768 N,0 6.246 E.

When was the wreck of the HMS SHERWOOD discovered?

The wreck of the HMS SHERWOOD was discovered in 1940.

What country did the HMS SHERWOOD belong to?

The HMS SHERWOOD belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HMS SHERWOOD?

The HMS SHERWOOD had a tonnage of 1190 tons.

What type of wreck is the HMS SHERWOOD?

The HMS SHERWOOD is classified as a destroyer.

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