Themis (Possibly) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Themis (possibly) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		37 17.812 N,11 4.69 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 37.296867
  • Longitude: 11.078167
Water Depth 90 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name THEMIS (POSSIBLY)
Type steam ship
Flag NO
Length 135.6 m
Width 18.3 m
Draught 8.8
Tonnage 7402
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo grain
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 12, 1917
Original Detection Year 1971
Last Detection Year 2024
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 20M N OF CAP BON. (LL WW1) 2.12.71 NDW PA SHOWN IN 371800N, 110430E ON ITALIAN 948. BA 2122. 12.5.77 NDW PA SHOWN IN 371748N, 110442E ON ITALIAN 948 [JUL '76 EDN]. BA 2122. 13.2.88 EUR POSN: 371757N, 110432E APPROX. NE 2122. 4.2.10 WGD POSN: 3717.810N, 1104.704E. NE 2122.
Last Amended Date Apr 9, 2024

Circumstances of loss

BUILT 1911 BY W DOXFORD & SONS, WITH TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINES OF 412NHP. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY W WILHELMSEN. PASSAGE KARACHI FOR MARSEILLES. TORPEDOED & SUNK BY SUBMARINE. (DODS, LL WW1, WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the THEMIS (POSSIBLY) wreck located?

The THEMIS (POSSIBLY) wreck is located at coordinates 37 17.812 N,11 4.69 E.

How deep is the seabed around the THEMIS (POSSIBLY)?

The seabed around the THEMIS (POSSIBLY) lies at approximately 90 meters deep.

When did the THEMIS (POSSIBLY) sink?

The THEMIS (POSSIBLY) sank on Oct 12, 1917.

When was the wreck of the THEMIS (POSSIBLY) discovered?

The wreck of the THEMIS (POSSIBLY) was discovered in 1971.

What country did the THEMIS (POSSIBLY) belong to?

The THEMIS (POSSIBLY) belonged to NO.

What cargo was the THEMIS (POSSIBLY) carrying?

The THEMIS (POSSIBLY) was carrying grain.

What was the tonnage of the THEMIS (POSSIBLY)?

The THEMIS (POSSIBLY) had a tonnage of 7402 tons.

What type of wreck is the THEMIS (POSSIBLY)?

The THEMIS (POSSIBLY) is classified as a steam ship.

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