Languedoc Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Languedoc Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 14 N,17 51 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.233333
  • Longitude: -17.850000
Water Depth 1100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name LANGUEDOC
Type tanker
Flag GB
Tonnage 9512
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 17, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Surveying Details H01001/40 10.1.41 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 591000N, 175200W. NO ACTION. 27.7.87 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 591400N, 175100W. PLOTS IN OVER 1000 MTRS. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).
Last Amended Date Oct 1, 2004

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED & SUNK BY U-48. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the LANGUEDOC wreck located?

The LANGUEDOC wreck is located at coordinates 59 14 N,17 51 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LANGUEDOC?

The seabed around the LANGUEDOC lies at approximately 1100 meters deep.

When did the LANGUEDOC sink?

The LANGUEDOC sank on Oct 17, 1940.

When was the wreck of the LANGUEDOC discovered?

The wreck of the LANGUEDOC was discovered in 1940.

What country did the LANGUEDOC belong to?

The LANGUEDOC belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the LANGUEDOC?

The LANGUEDOC had a tonnage of 9512 tons.

What type of wreck is the LANGUEDOC?

The LANGUEDOC is classified as a tanker.

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