Patrol info for U-29
Date lookup for 24 Feb 1940
| Departure | Arrival / Fate | Duration | ||
| 11 Feb 1940 | Helgoland | 12 Mar 1940 | Wilhelmshaven | 31 days |
Commander | Officers * |
 Kptlt. Otto Schuhart |
Shortly after departure from Wilhelmshaven the U-boat grounded on a dune near Helgoland due to fog. U-29 could free herself, but then entered Helgoland to check the boat for damage and eventually left for patrol after four days.
Minelaying operation off Newport. Afterwards patrol in the North Atlantic west of Ireland.
U-29's position on 24 Feb 1940
Ships hit by U-29 on this date
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Attacks on U-29 during this patrol
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Mine-laying operations during this patrol
U-29 laid mines on the following dates during this patrol:
| Date | Start | End | Grid | Location | Mines |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Mar 1940 | 23h52 | 01h27 | AM 9948 | Newport, Bristol Channel | 12 TMB |
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* These are officers that later became commanders themselves.