Homefield Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Homefield Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		34 33 N,24 5 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 34.550000
  • Longitude: 24.083333
Water Depth 3000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name HOMEFIELD
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 125.6 m
Width 15.8 m
Draught 7.6
Tonnage 5030
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 2, 1941
Original Detection Year 1941
Original Source other
Surveying Details 4.8.75 VESSEL SANK IN 343300N, 240500E APPROX. NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Feb 27, 2003

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1919 BY W DOXFORD & SONS LTD, SUNDERLAND. PASSAGE PIRAEUS FOR ALEXANDRIA. BOMBED AND SUNK BY ENEMY AIRCRAFT OFF GAVDO ISLAND. (WARTIME STANDARD SHIPS VOL 3 & BRITAIN'S SEA WAR).

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FAQ

Where is the HOMEFIELD wreck located?

The HOMEFIELD wreck is located at coordinates 34 33 N,24 5 E.

How deep is the seabed around the HOMEFIELD?

The seabed around the HOMEFIELD lies at approximately 3000 meters deep.

When did the HOMEFIELD sink?

The HOMEFIELD sank on Apr 2, 1941.

When was the wreck of the HOMEFIELD discovered?

The wreck of the HOMEFIELD was discovered in 1941.

What country did the HOMEFIELD belong to?

The HOMEFIELD belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the HOMEFIELD?

The HOMEFIELD had a tonnage of 5030 tons.

What type of wreck is the HOMEFIELD?

The HOMEFIELD is classified as a steam ship.

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