Jern (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Jern (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM)
58 32.51 N,2 51.86 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 58.541833
  • Longitude: 2.864333
Wreck Depth 110 m
Water Depth 115 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name JERN (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Tonnage 875
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo wood: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 28, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 270DEGS, 65M FROM SKUDESNAES. (WW2SL, NA OSLO, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 583000N, 025000E [UND]. (LL WW2). 13.5.76 13.5.76 CHARTED AS NDW PA IN 583000N, 025000E [UND]. NC 274. H2867/85 14.4.87 H2867/85 14.4.87 OBSTN 110MTRS IN 583233N, 025157E [EUR]. (NORWEGIAN NM 178/87). BR STD. 4.1.12 SEP 2011/000212858 4.1.12 NOT SHOWN ON NO3B0404 [EDN 1.0]. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Jan 4, 2012

Circumstances of loss

CAPTURED BY U-32 & SUNK BY EXPLOSIVE CHARGE. PASSAGE NAMSOS FOR LONDON. (WW2SL, LL WW2, NA OSLO, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the JERN (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The JERN (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 58 32.51 N,2 51.86 E.

How deep is the JERN (POSSIBLY) and where exactly is it located?

The JERN (POSSIBLY) lies at a depth of about 110 meters and is located at coordinates 58 32.51 N,2 51.86 E.

How deep is the seabed around the JERN (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the JERN (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 115 meters deep.

When did the JERN (POSSIBLY) sink?

The JERN (POSSIBLY) sank on Sep 28, 1939.

When was the wreck of the JERN (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the JERN (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1939.

What country did the JERN (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The JERN (POSSIBLY) belonged to NO.

What cargo was the JERN (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The JERN (POSSIBLY) was carrying wood: unprocessed and products.

What was the tonnage of the JERN (POSSIBLY)?

The JERN (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 875 tons.

What type of wreck is the JERN (POSSIBLY)?

The JERN (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.