The ship lies 7 nautical miles east of Block Island in 130 feet of water. Most of the 55 crew member bodies are still inside the hull which is classified as a war grave. It is one of the most popular dive sites in southern New England.
The hull has depth charge blast holes: one forward of the conning tower at the radio room and another in the starboard side of the engine room.
Entering the wreck is dangerous due to debris, sharp metal edges and confined spaces.
On May 6 and 7 May 1945, Navy divers attempted to enter the wreck to recover the captain's safe and papers, but failed.
--GreGen
No comments:
Post a Comment