U 772 Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
U 772 Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		50 5.037 N,2 31.078 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 50.083950
  • Longitude: -2.517967
Water Depth 60 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name U 772
Type submarine
Flag DE
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Dec 30, 1944
Original Detection Year 1944
Last Detection Year 2015
Original Source national HO/authority wreck information
Surveying Details 5.2.98 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 500500N, 023100W. (U-BOATS DESTROYED & DIE DEUTSCHEN KRIEGSSCHIFFE VOL.3). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY. 10.6.99 AMENDED TO DEAD. NCA. SEP 2015/000166241 21.10.15 NOT LOCATED IN M/B DATA IN 5005.037N, 0231.078W [WGD]. (MMT(UK), HI 1479). NFA.
Last Amended Date Oct 21, 2015

Circumstances of loss

DEPTH CHARGED BY RCAF AIRCRAFT 30M S OF PORTLAND BILL. 48 LIVES LOST. (GERMAN SUBMARINES VOL.2, U-BOATS DESTROYED, & DIE DEUTSCHEN KRIEGSSCHIFFE VOL.3).

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FAQ

Where is the U 772 wreck located?

The U 772 wreck is located at coordinates 50 5.037 N,2 31.078 W.

How deep is the seabed around the U 772?

The seabed around the U 772 lies at approximately 60 meters deep.

When did the U 772 sink?

The U 772 sank on Dec 30, 1944.

When was the wreck of the U 772 discovered?

The wreck of the U 772 was discovered in 1944.

What country did the U 772 belong to?

The U 772 belonged to DE.

What type of wreck is the U 772?

The U 772 is classified as a submarine.

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