Ocean Peace (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ocean peace (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 55.015 N,15 13.012 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.916917
  • Longitude: 15.216867
Water Depth 100 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Mean Low Water Springs
Name OCEAN PEACE (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 129.5 m
Width 17.4 m
Tonnage 7174
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jul 12, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Last Detection Year 2021
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 365500N, 151300E APPROX. (LLWW2 & WW2SL). 25.4.76 WK SHOWN IN 365457N, 151230E [EUR] ON ITALIAN WK CHART 0050. NOT SHOWN ON CONVENTIONAL ITALIAN NAVIGATIONAL CHART. NCA YET. 11.5.00 NDW SHOWN IN 3655.03N, 1513.00E [EUR] ON ITALIAN 21 [OCT 1999 EDN]. [CDF] POSN: 3654.94N, 1513.11E. BR STD. 24.7.12 [WGD] POSN: 3655.015N, 1513.012E.
Last Amended Date Aug 23, 2021

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE FROM ALEXANDRIA FOR SICILY. BOMBED & SUNK BY ENEMY [?ITALIAN/GERMAN] AIRCRAFT, WHILE ON GOVERNMENT SERVICE, OFF AVOLA. CREW OF 84 SAVED. (LLWW2 & WW2SL).

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FAQ

Where is the OCEAN PEACE (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The OCEAN PEACE (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 36 55.015 N,15 13.012 E.

How deep is the seabed around the OCEAN PEACE (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the OCEAN PEACE (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 100 meters deep.

When did the OCEAN PEACE (POSSIBLY) sink?

The OCEAN PEACE (POSSIBLY) sank on Jul 12, 1943.

When was the wreck of the OCEAN PEACE (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the OCEAN PEACE (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1943.

What country did the OCEAN PEACE (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The OCEAN PEACE (POSSIBLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the OCEAN PEACE (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The OCEAN PEACE (POSSIBLY) was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the OCEAN PEACE (POSSIBLY)?

The OCEAN PEACE (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 7174 tons.

What type of wreck is the OCEAN PEACE (POSSIBLY)?

The OCEAN PEACE (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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