Windsorwood Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Windsorwood Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		48 31 N,14 50 W
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 48.516667
  • Longitude: -14.833333
Water Depth 4700 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name WINDSORWOOD
Type steam ship
Flag GB
Tonnage 5395
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Jun 25, 1940
Original Detection Year 1940
Last Detection Year 1987
Original Source Lloyd's and Marine Underwriter's reports
Last Amended Date Nov 5, 2014

Simplified Wreck Survey

The shipwreck WINDSORWOOD is located at coordinates 48 31 N, 14 50 W in the North Atlantic Ocean. Historical records indicate the vessel sank at this position, a site also associated with the wreckages of the SARANAC and ACAVAS. While initial reports provided conflicting sinking coordinates, subsequent naval and historical data confirmed the 48 31 N, 14 50 W location. This underwater obstruction represents a significant maritime site in the North Atlantic, documented through wartime submarine success logs.

Surveying Details

SINKING POSN GIVEN AS 482400N, 150500W. (LLOYDS). SAME POSN AS SARANAC & ACAVAS. 10.7.87 10.7.87 SINKING POSN 483100N, 145000W. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

Circumstances of loss

TORPEDOED BY U-51. (WW2SL & AXIS SUBMARINE SUCCESSES).

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FAQ

Where is the WINDSORWOOD wreck located?

The WINDSORWOOD wreck is located at coordinates 48 31 N,14 50 W.

How deep is the seabed around the WINDSORWOOD?

The seabed around the WINDSORWOOD lies at approximately 4700 meters deep.

When did the WINDSORWOOD sink?

The WINDSORWOOD sank on Jun 25, 1940.

When was the wreck of the WINDSORWOOD discovered?

The wreck of the WINDSORWOOD was discovered in 1940.

What country did the WINDSORWOOD belong to?

The WINDSORWOOD belonged to GB.

What was the tonnage of the WINDSORWOOD?

The WINDSORWOOD had a tonnage of 5395 tons.

What type of wreck is the WINDSORWOOD?

The WINDSORWOOD is classified as a steam ship.

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