History

History of the SMS Breslau (Midilli)

SMS Breslau is among the Magdeburg-class light cruisers of the Imperial German Navy. The ship, which entered service in 1912, was transferred to the Ottoman Navy under the name 'Midilli' in August 1914. The class features a maximum speed of ~27.5 knots and 10.5 cm guns, while the ship's full length reaches 138.7 meters. The ship sank on January 20, 1918, after hitting five mines during the Battle of Imbros alongside Yavuz. The wreck, which is one of the important points of the Çanakkale wreck dive, was identified in 1993. Breslau is located at a depth of approximately 76 meters, on a sandy bottom and in a relatively upright position.

Diving Equipment Information

The equipment used for diving requires not only basic scuba gear but also nitrox and technical diving equipment. A dry suit should be worn.

Footage from the Shipwreck

Diving Points