Sambridge Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Sambridge Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		11 25 N,47 25 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 11.416667
  • Longitude: 47.416667
Water Depth 800 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name SAMBRIDGE
Type liberty ship
Flag US
Length 134.4 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 11.3
Tonnage 7176
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Nov 18, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source other
Surveying Details 15.9.72 SANK IN 112500N, 472500E APPROX. NCA.
Last Amended Date Jul 31, 2019

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED AND SUNK BY JAPANESE SUBMARINE I 27 WHILST ON PASSAGE MADRAS FOR NEW YORK. (LIBERTY SHIPS).

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FAQ

Where is the SAMBRIDGE wreck located?

The SAMBRIDGE wreck is located at coordinates 11 25 N,47 25 E.

How deep is the seabed around the SAMBRIDGE?

The seabed around the SAMBRIDGE lies at approximately 800 meters deep.

When did the SAMBRIDGE sink?

The SAMBRIDGE sank on Nov 18, 1943.

When was the wreck of the SAMBRIDGE discovered?

The wreck of the SAMBRIDGE was discovered in 1943.

What country did the SAMBRIDGE belong to?

The SAMBRIDGE belonged to US.

What was the tonnage of the SAMBRIDGE?

The SAMBRIDGE had a tonnage of 7176 tons.

What type of wreck is the SAMBRIDGE?

The SAMBRIDGE is classified as a liberty ship.

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