Sommerstadt Wreck

Field Value
Sommerstadt Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		40 7.400 N,73 52.300 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 40.123330
  • Longitude: -73.871660
Reported Year 1918
Name SOMMERSTADT
Type sailing vessel
Flag Norway
Length 103.6 m
Width 14.4 m
Draught 8.3
Tonnage 3875
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo in ballast
Date Sunk Aug 11, 1918

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY U-117

General Comments

AKA: Virginia, Owner: A F Klaveness & Co, Year Built: 1906, Where Built: Newcastle, England, Construction: Steel, Home Port: Sandefjord, Norway, Departure Port: Bergen, Norway, Destination Port: New York, NY, Master: George Hansen, Misc Information: #5602752; War loss

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FAQ

Where is the SOMMERSTADT wreck located?

The SOMMERSTADT wreck is located at coordinates 40 7.400 N,73 52.300 W.

When did the SOMMERSTADT sink?

The SOMMERSTADT sank on Aug 11, 1918.

What country did the SOMMERSTADT belong to?

The SOMMERSTADT belonged to Norway.

What cargo was the SOMMERSTADT carrying?

The SOMMERSTADT was carrying in ballast.

What was the tonnage of the SOMMERSTADT?

The SOMMERSTADT had a tonnage of 3875 tons.

What type of wreck is the SOMMERSTADT?

The SOMMERSTADT is classified as a sailing vessel.

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