Morea Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Morea Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		41 19 N,18 36 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 41.316667
  • Longitude: 18.600000
Water Depth 1000 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name MOREA
Type merchant vessel
Length 76.2 m
Width 13.4 m
Draught 5.5
Tonnage 2055
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 16, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Original Source other
Surveying Details REPORTED SINKING 50M OFF DURAZZO [411900N, 183600E APPROX]. (WARTIME STANDARD SHIPS VOL 3). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 24, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1918 BY CHICAGO SHIPBUILDING CO, ILLINOIS. COMPLETED AS 'LAKE CRESCENT'. OWNED BY M. QUEREI. ON PASSAGE DURAZZO FOR BRINDISI. SUNK BY BRITISH SUBMARINE GUNFIRE 50M OFF DURAZZO. (DODS & WARTIME STANDARD SHIPS VOL 3).

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FAQ

Where is the MOREA wreck located?

The MOREA wreck is located at coordinates 41 19 N,18 36 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MOREA?

The seabed around the MOREA lies at approximately 1000 meters deep.

When did the MOREA sink?

The MOREA sank on Aug 16, 1940.

When was the wreck of the MOREA discovered?

The wreck of the MOREA was discovered in 1940.

What was the tonnage of the MOREA?

The MOREA had a tonnage of 2055 tons.

What type of wreck is the MOREA?

The MOREA is classified as a merchant vessel.

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