Thomas Mckean Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Thomas mckean Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		22 0 N,60 0 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 22.000000
  • Longitude: -60.000000
Water Depth 5700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name THOMAS MCKEAN
Type liberty ship
Flag US
Length 128.9 m
Width 17.4 m
Draught 10.6
Tonnage 7191
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo general and mixed goods,aircraft,vehicles
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 29, 1942
Original Detection Year 1942
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Surveying Details 13.9.72 13.9.72 WRECK IN 220000N, 600000W APPROX. (LLWW2). NCA, POSN FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Jun 29, 2010

Circumstances of loss

BUILT BY BETHLEHEM FAIRFIELD SHIPYARD WITH TRIPLE-EXPANSION ENGINES OF 339NHP. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY U.S WAR SHIPPING ADMINISTRATION. PASSAGE PHILADELPHIA & NEW YORK FOR TRINIDAD & BANDAR SHAPUR. SUNK BY A TORPEDO FROM GERMAN SUBMARINE U505 IN THE CARIBBEAN. 5 LOST OF THE 60 CREW. (DODS & LIBERTY SHIPS)

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FAQ

Where is the THOMAS MCKEAN wreck located?

The THOMAS MCKEAN wreck is located at coordinates 22 0 N,60 0 W.

How deep is the seabed around the THOMAS MCKEAN?

The seabed around the THOMAS MCKEAN lies at approximately 5700 meters deep.

When did the THOMAS MCKEAN sink?

The THOMAS MCKEAN sank on Jun 29, 1942.

When was the wreck of the THOMAS MCKEAN discovered?

The wreck of the THOMAS MCKEAN was discovered in 1942.

What country did the THOMAS MCKEAN belong to?

The THOMAS MCKEAN belonged to US.

What cargo was the THOMAS MCKEAN carrying?

The THOMAS MCKEAN was carrying general and mixed goods,aircraft,vehicles.

What was the tonnage of the THOMAS MCKEAN?

The THOMAS MCKEAN had a tonnage of 7191 tons.

What type of wreck is the THOMAS MCKEAN?

The THOMAS MCKEAN is classified as a liberty ship.

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