Ledbury Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ledbury Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 1 N,7 22 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.016667
  • Longitude: -7.366667
Water Depth 900 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Sea Level
Name LEDBURY
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 5800
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo bauxite
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 24, 1939
Original Detection Year 1939
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 28.10.39 NDW IN 360100N, 072200W. (LLOYDS WW2MSL). FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 7, 2016

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, ON PASSAGE FROM TOULON TO BURNTISLAND WAS GUNNED & SUNK BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U-37. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the LEDBURY wreck located?

The LEDBURY wreck is located at coordinates 36 1 N,7 22 W.

How deep is the seabed around the LEDBURY?

The seabed around the LEDBURY lies at approximately 900 meters deep.

When did the LEDBURY sink?

The LEDBURY sank on Oct 24, 1939.

When was the wreck of the LEDBURY discovered?

The wreck of the LEDBURY was discovered in 1939.

What country did the LEDBURY belong to?

The LEDBURY belonged to GB.

What cargo was the LEDBURY carrying?

The LEDBURY was carrying bauxite.

What was the tonnage of the LEDBURY?

The LEDBURY had a tonnage of 5800 tons.

What type of wreck is the LEDBURY?

The LEDBURY is classified as a steam ship.

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