Said Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Said Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		31 52.583 N,34 32.433 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 31.876383
  • Longitude: 34.540550
Water Depth 58 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SAID
Type steam ship
Flag EG
Tonnage 231
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 8, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 8.8.72 WK IN 315235N, 343226E PA. 15M OFF JAFFA. (LLWW2). REPORTED IN 322000N, 343900E. (WRECKSITE.EU). POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jan 30, 2015

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1886 BY CAMMELL LAIRD & CO, BIRKENHEAD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY ABDEL KADER EFF, ALEXANDRIA. PASSAGE MERSIN FOR ALEXANDRIA. SUNK BY GUNFIRE FROM GERMAN SUBMARINE U83. 4 CREW LOST. (WRECKSITE.EU & LLWW2)

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 31 52.583 N,34 32.433 E
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FAQ

Where is the SAID wreck located?

The SAID wreck is located at coordinates 31 52.583 N,34 32.433 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SAID?

The seabed around the SAID lies at approximately 58 meters deep.

When did the SAID sink?

The SAID sank on Jun 8, 1942.

When was the wreck of the SAID discovered?

The wreck of the SAID was discovered in 1942.

What country did the SAID belong to?

The SAID belonged to EG.

What cargo was the SAID carrying?

The SAID was carrying general and mixed goods.

What was the tonnage of the SAID?

The SAID had a tonnage of 231 tons.

What type of wreck is the SAID?

The SAID is classified as a steam ship.

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