Ocean Seaman Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Ocean seaman Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		36 55 N,1 59 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 36.916667
  • Longitude: 1.983333
Water Depth 2700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Low Water
Name OCEAN SEAMAN
Type steam ship
Length 129.5 m
Width 17.4 m
Tonnage 7174
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo ballast
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 15, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 10.2.95 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 36550N, 015900E APPROX. SUBSEQUENTLY BEACHED OUTSIDE ALGIERS HBR. (LL WW2). POSN TOO VAGUE TO CHART. NCA.
Last Amended Date Aug 26, 2009

Circumstances of loss

PASSAGE PHILIPPEVILLE & ALGIERS FOR GIBRALTAR & LIVERPOOL. TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY U-380 . STATED TO HAVE ARRIVED AT ALGIERS ON MARCH 15-16, AND SUBSEQUENTLY BEACHED OUTSIDE ALGIERS HARBOUR. (LL WW II).

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FAQ

Where is the OCEAN SEAMAN wreck located?

The OCEAN SEAMAN wreck is located at coordinates 36 55 N,1 59 E.

How deep is the seabed around the OCEAN SEAMAN?

The seabed around the OCEAN SEAMAN lies at approximately 2700 meters deep.

When did the OCEAN SEAMAN sink?

The OCEAN SEAMAN sank on Mar 15, 1943.

When was the wreck of the OCEAN SEAMAN discovered?

The wreck of the OCEAN SEAMAN was discovered in 1943.

What cargo was the OCEAN SEAMAN carrying?

The OCEAN SEAMAN was carrying ballast.

What was the tonnage of the OCEAN SEAMAN?

The OCEAN SEAMAN had a tonnage of 7174 tons.

What type of wreck is the OCEAN SEAMAN?

The OCEAN SEAMAN is classified as a steam ship.

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