Mercia Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Mercia Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 47.915 N,14 50.602 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.798583
  • Longitude: 14.843367
Water Depth 30 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MERCIA
Type steam ship
Flag SE
Tonnage 1184
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 4, 1939
Original Detection Year 1972
Last Detection Year 2016
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 23.8.72 SUNK IN 554755N, 145036E APPROX. (WWII SHIPPING LOSSES). NCA. SEP 2016/000126344 7.11.16 NOT SHOWN ON SWEDISH 74. [ED 5, COR TO 12.4.16]. AMEND DEAD.
Last Amended Date Nov 7, 2016

Circumstances of loss

SUNK BY WARSHIP AFTER BEING TAKEN IN PRIZE 12M S OF HANO IN THE BALTIC. SEE ALSO SS BRITT. (WWII SHIPPING LOSSES).

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FAQ

Where is the MERCIA wreck located?

The MERCIA wreck is located at coordinates 55 47.915 N,14 50.602 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MERCIA?

The seabed around the MERCIA lies at approximately 30 meters deep.

When did the MERCIA sink?

The MERCIA sank on Oct 4, 1939.

When was the wreck of the MERCIA discovered?

The wreck of the MERCIA was discovered in 1972.

What country did the MERCIA belong to?

The MERCIA belonged to SE.

What was the tonnage of the MERCIA?

The MERCIA had a tonnage of 1184 tons.

What type of wreck is the MERCIA?

The MERCIA is classified as a steam ship.

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