Thurston (Probably) Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Thurston (probably) Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 24.1 N,5 47.109 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.401667
  • Longitude: -5.785150
Wreck Depth 44 m
Water Depth 65 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name THURSTON (PROBABLY)
Type merchant vessel
Flag GB
Length 100.1 m
Width 14.3 m
Draught 7.1
Tonnage 3072
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo metal: concentrate and products,ore
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 4, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 2000
Original Source other
Surveying Details SUNK 19M FROM THE LONGSHIPS. (DODS). GIVES POSN 502500N, 054800W APPROX. H5872/52 20.11.53 H5872/52 20.11.53 NOW CHARTED AS NDW PA IN 502500N, 054800W. (AUTHORITY NOT STATED) - NC 1149. 12.11.75 12.11.75 NOW CHARTED AS USC PA 24FMS [44MTRS]. (TONNAGE KNOWN) - NE 2649. H2979/74 18.6.79 H2979/74 18.6.79 WK REPD IN 502404N, 054703W USING DECCA. (E.GILES 16.5.77). PROBABLY THE THURSTON. - CHART AS USC 44MTRS IN AMENDED POSN. HH090/799/01 20.12.00 HH090/799/01 20.12.00 NOT LOCATED, DISPROVED. (NP 1008, HI 799). AMENDED TO DEAD. BR STD.
Last Amended Date Dec 20, 2000

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT IN 1918 BY J.BLUMER & CO. AND OWNED AT THE TIME OF LOSS BY MURRELL S.S. CO., WAS SUNK 19M OFF THE LONGSHIPS WHILST EN-ROUTE FROM TAKOPADI TO WORKINGTON. REPORTED TO HAVE STRUCK A MINE ALTHOUGH MAY HAVE BEEN TORPEDOED BY A GERMAN SUBMARINE. ALL 34 CREW LOST. (LL WW2, DODS & SHIPWRECK INDEX OF THE BRITISH ISLES). TORPEDOED BY U29 APPROX 32 MILES NW OF TREVOSE HEAD, 34 LOST INCLUDING MASTER, 3 RESCUED BY SS MOYLE. (WWW.UBOAT.NET).

WRECK MAP LOADING ... 50 24.1 N,5 47.109 W
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FAQ

Where is the THURSTON (PROBABLY) wreck located?

The THURSTON (PROBABLY) wreck is located at coordinates 50 24.1 N,5 47.109 W.

How deep is the THURSTON (PROBABLY) and where exactly is it located?

The THURSTON (PROBABLY) lies at a depth of about 44 meters and is located at coordinates 50 24.1 N,5 47.109 W.

How deep is the seabed around the THURSTON (PROBABLY)?

The seabed around the THURSTON (PROBABLY) lies at approximately 65 meters deep.

When did the THURSTON (PROBABLY) sink?

The THURSTON (PROBABLY) sank on Mar 4, 1940.

When was the wreck of the THURSTON (PROBABLY) discovered?

The wreck of the THURSTON (PROBABLY) was discovered in 1940.

What country did the THURSTON (PROBABLY) belong to?

The THURSTON (PROBABLY) belonged to GB.

What cargo was the THURSTON (PROBABLY) carrying?

The THURSTON (PROBABLY) was carrying metal: concentrate and products,ore.

What was the tonnage of the THURSTON (PROBABLY)?

The THURSTON (PROBABLY) had a tonnage of 3072 tons.

What type of wreck is the THURSTON (PROBABLY)?

The THURSTON (PROBABLY) is classified as a merchant vessel.

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