Meknes (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Meknes (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 2.838 N,2 13.079 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.047300
  • Longitude: -2.217983
Water Depth 65 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MEKNES (POSSIBLY)
Type liner
Flag FR
Length 126.2 m
Width 16.8 m
Draught 8.5
Tonnage 6127
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 24, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1984
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details H1001/40 10.1.41 H1001/40 10.1.41 SUNK IN 500410N, 021430E. (DSNE). SUNK IN 500400N, 021400W. (WW2SL). NCA. 1.10.80 1.10.80 NDW SHOWN ON FR 5085 [SMALL SCALE] IN 500248N, 021300W. FOR FILING ONLY. NCA. 11.3.84 11.3.84 NOT SHOWN ON FR 5085 [1982 EDN]. AMEND DEAD. [SEE ALSO WK 18475].
Last Amended Date Nov 26, 1999

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY GERMAN E BOAT, WHILE ON PASSAGE SOUTHAMPTON TO MARSEILLES. SHE WAS CARRYING FRENCH NAVAL PERSONNEL WHO WERE BEING REPATRIATED FOLLOWING THE CAPITULATION OF FRANCE. (DODS & LLOYDS WAR LOSSES).

General Comments

See Also: 18475

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FAQ

Where is the MEKNES (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The MEKNES (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 2.838 N,2 13.079 W.

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

The seabed around the MEKNES (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 65 meters deep.

When did the MEKNES (POSSIBLY) sink?

The MEKNES (POSSIBLY) sank on Jul 24, 1940.

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

The wreck of the MEKNES (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1940.

What country did the MEKNES (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The MEKNES (POSSIBLY) belonged to FR.

What was the tonnage of the MEKNES (POSSIBLY)?

The MEKNES (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 6127 tons.

What type of wreck is the MEKNES (POSSIBLY)?

The MEKNES (POSSIBLY) is classified as a liner.

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