U 156 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
U 156 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		59 44.96 N,1 59.9 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 59.749333
  • Longitude: 1.998333
Water Depth 112 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name U 156
Type submarine
Flag DE
Length 64.9 m
Width 8.8 m
Tonnage 1875
Tonnage Type displacement
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Sep 25, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1997
Original Source unknown
Surveying Details 4.7.74 IN 594500N, 020000E. (U-BOAT INTELLIGENCE E.GILES). NCA. 18.9.97 AMENDED DEAD. DETAILS TRANSFERRED TO WK [637].
Last Amended Date Jul 12, 2004

Circumstances of loss

MINED IN NORTH SEA. (U-BOAT INTELLIGENCE, E GILES).

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FAQ

Where is the U 156 wreck located?

The U 156 wreck is located at coordinates 59 44.96 N,1 59.9 E.

How deep is the seabed around the U 156?

The seabed around the U 156 lies at approximately 112 meters deep.

When did the U 156 sink?

The U 156 sank on Sep 25, 1918.

When was the wreck of the U 156 discovered?

The wreck of the U 156 was discovered in 1918.

What country did the U 156 belong to?

The U 156 belonged to DE.

What was the tonnage of the U 156?

The U 156 had a tonnage of 1875 tons.

What type of wreck is the U 156?

The U 156 is classified as a submarine.

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