Molly Pitcher Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Molly pitcher Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		38 21 N,19 54 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 38.350000
  • Longitude: -19.900000
Water Depth 3667 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MOLLY PITCHER
Type liberty ship
Length 134.4 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 11.3
Tonnage 7174
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 17, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source published World War 2 losses
Surveying Details 13.9.72 SANK IN 382100N, 185400W APPROX (WW2SL & LIBERTY SHIPS). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Apr 19, 2002

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1943 BY BETHLEHEM FAIRFIELD SHIPYARD. ON PASSAGE FROM BALTIMORE & NEW YORK TO CASABLANCA. WAS ATTACKED BY GERMAN SUBMARINE U-167, DAMAGED AND SUNK BY A COUP DE GRACE FROM U-521 IN 8 MIN. CREW OF 70, FOUR KILLED. (WW2SL, AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES, DODS & LIBERTY SHIPS).

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FAQ

Where is the MOLLY PITCHER wreck located?

The MOLLY PITCHER wreck is located at coordinates 38 21 N,19 54 W.

How deep is the seabed around the MOLLY PITCHER?

The seabed around the MOLLY PITCHER lies at approximately 3667 meters deep.

When did the MOLLY PITCHER sink?

The MOLLY PITCHER sank on Mar 17, 1943.

When was the wreck of the MOLLY PITCHER discovered?

The wreck of the MOLLY PITCHER was discovered in 1943.

What cargo was the MOLLY PITCHER carrying?

The MOLLY PITCHER was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the MOLLY PITCHER?

The MOLLY PITCHER had a tonnage of 7174 tons.

What type of wreck is the MOLLY PITCHER?

The MOLLY PITCHER is classified as a liberty ship.

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