Maritime record MDO20028 - Harstad

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Summary

Norwegian whaler used as a minesweeper, attacked and sunk by German e boats operating from Cherbourg harbour.

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The Harstad was a former Norwegian whaler used as a mine sweeper during WW2. The whaler was attacked and sunk by German e boats operating from Cherbourg harbour. The wreck lies with stern upright and intact. Position 50 24.21N 3 04.07 W taken from (1)

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  • <1> Monograph: Shipwreck Guide to Dorset and Lyme Bay.

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Location

Grid reference SY 24250 56550 (point)
Map sheet SY25NW

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  • None recorded

Other Statuses/References

  • Legacy UID: Dorset Sites and Monuments Record: 9 000 1677

Record last edited

Feb 17 2011 11:14AM

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