SMS Geier, Imperial German Navy cruiser at North Carolina, United States.
The SMS Geier measured 83.9 meters in length, featured eight 10.5 cm SK L/35 guns, and reached speeds of 15.5 knots during naval operations.
The Bussard-class vessel entered service on October 24, 1895, and operated in the Americas, East Asia, and Africa before its capture by US forces.
The German Imperial Navy used SMS Geier for diplomatic missions, including the protection of European interests during international maritime conflicts.
The wreck lies 115 feet beneath the water surface near North Carolina coordinates, making it accessible for advanced scuba diving expeditions.
After US seizure in 1917, the vessel transformed into USS Schurz and performed convoy duties until its collision with a freighter in 1918.
GPS coordinates: 34.18700,-76.60210
Latest update: March 5, 2025 17:44
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