Mari Chandris 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
Mari chandris Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 9.535 N,5 0.813 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.158917
  • Longitude: -5.013550
Water Depth 0 m
Water Level Effect covers and uncovers
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MARI CHANDRIS
Type steam ship
Flag GR
Tonnage 5840
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 10, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1941
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details H0954/40 16.11.40 STF IN 500930N, 050045W [OGB]. (HMS FORTE). - NM 2654/40. H0954/40 11.10.41 NO LONGER CHARTED. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED). DELETE. - NM 2391/41.
Last Amended Date Oct 29, 2009

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE MOMBASA AND ORAN FOR LIVERPOOL. HAS BEEN TOWED TO FALMOUTH AFTER COLLISION IN JUNE. SET ON FIRE BY FLAMES FROM TASCALUSA. REQUSITIONED BY THE MINISTRY OF SUPPLY FOR SCRAP. (LL WW2).

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FAQ

Where is the MARI CHANDRIS wreck located?

The MARI CHANDRIS wreck is located at coordinates 50 9.535 N,5 0.813 W.

When did the MARI CHANDRIS sink?

The MARI CHANDRIS sank on Jul 10, 1940.

When was the wreck of the MARI CHANDRIS discovered?

The wreck of the MARI CHANDRIS was discovered in 1940.

What country did the MARI CHANDRIS belong to?

The MARI CHANDRIS belonged to GR.

What cargo was the MARI CHANDRIS carrying?

The MARI CHANDRIS was carrying natural fibres and materials in general: unprocessed and products.

What was the tonnage of the MARI CHANDRIS?

The MARI CHANDRIS had a tonnage of 5840 tons.

What type of wreck is the MARI CHANDRIS?

The MARI CHANDRIS is classified as a steam ship.

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