Verdi Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Verdi Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		55 19.5 N,12 45.5 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 55.325000
  • Longitude: -12.758333
Water Depth 2825 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name VERDI
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Length 131.1 m
Width 16.2 m
Draught 8.5
Tonnage 7120
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Aug 22, 1917
Original Detection Year 1917
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Surveying Details H8203/19 H8203/19 SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 115 MILES NW BY N FROM EAGLE ISLAND, COUNTY MAYO. (DODS & WW1SL). POSN APPROX 551930N, 124530W.
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Circumstances of loss

BUILT IN 1907 BY WORKMAN CLARKE & CO. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY LIVERPOOL, BRAZIL & RIVER PLATE S.N CO. TRIPLE EXPANSION ENGINE OF 460NHP FOR 10.5 KNOTS. TORPEDOED AND SUNK. 6 MEN LOST. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the VERDI wreck located?

The VERDI wreck is located at coordinates 55 19.5 N,12 45.5 W.

How deep is the seabed around the VERDI?

The seabed around the VERDI lies at approximately 2825 meters deep.

When did the VERDI sink?

The VERDI sank on Aug 22, 1917.

When was the wreck of the VERDI discovered?

The wreck of the VERDI was discovered in 1917.

What country did the VERDI belong to?

The VERDI belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the VERDI?

The VERDI had a tonnage of 7120 tons.

What type of wreck is the VERDI?

The VERDI is classified as a steam ship.

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