Uganda Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Uganda Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		56 37 N,17 15 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 56.616667
  • Longitude: -17.250000
Water Depth 650 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name UGANDA
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 4966
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Oct 19, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source other
Surveying Details SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 563700N, 171500W. 4.8.87 SINKING POSN AS ABOVE. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES). NCA.
Last Amended Date Oct 6, 2004

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY U-38. (AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the UGANDA wreck located?

The UGANDA wreck is located at coordinates 56 37 N,17 15 W.

How deep is the seabed around the UGANDA?

The seabed around the UGANDA lies at approximately 650 meters deep.

When did the UGANDA sink?

The UGANDA sank on Oct 19, 1940.

When was the wreck of the UGANDA discovered?

The wreck of the UGANDA was discovered in 1940.

What country did the UGANDA belong to?

The UGANDA belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the UGANDA?

The UGANDA had a tonnage of 4966 tons.

What type of wreck is the UGANDA?

The UGANDA is classified as a steam ship.

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