W L Steed Wreck

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W l steed Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		38 25.833 N,73 27.267 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 38.430550
  • Longitude: -73.454450
Reported Year 1942
Name W L STEED
Type tanker
Flag US
Length 131.4 m
Width 17.1 m
Draught 10
Tonnage 6182
Tonnage Type gross
Cargo 65,936 barrels crude oil
Date Sunk Feb 1, 1942

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY U-103; WAR LOSS

General Comments

Owner: Standard Oil Co of NJ, Year Built: 1918, Where Built: Quincy, MA, Construction: Steel, Home Port: Wilmington, DE, Departure Port: Cartegena, Columbia, Destination Port: Undisclosed, Master: Harold G McAvemia, Crew: 38, Lives Lost: 34, Misc Information: Torpedoed & sunk

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FAQ

Where is the W L STEED wreck located?

The W L STEED wreck is located at coordinates 38 25.833 N,73 27.267 W.

When did the W L STEED sink?

The W L STEED sank on Feb 1, 1942.

What country did the W L STEED belong to?

The W L STEED belonged to US.

What cargo was the W L STEED carrying?

The W L STEED was carrying 65,936 barrels crude oil.

What was the tonnage of the W L STEED?

The W L STEED had a tonnage of 6182 tons.

What type of wreck is the W L STEED?

The W L STEED is classified as a tanker.

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