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This is the place to discuss general issues related to the U-boat war or the war at sea in WWII. 

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13 years ago
vito
Paul... These links might be helpful:
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13 years ago
vito
Gary.... Try this link (Start at page 249):
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13 years ago
vito
To forum participants... Many previous posts requesting KM charts - this is the link: Click on "Download Now" Reference for additional important info:
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13 years ago
vito
Hubert, From my source in Munich (Christian Scmidt Fachbuchhandlung) - These 2 books are now out of print. You might try and contact the author directly (from a 2005 posting on ubootwaffe): Ritschel Herbert Tubizer Str. 11, 70825 Korntal-Münchingen Germany Phone: 004907 11 83 18 09 OR Ritschel Herbert Postfach 1323 70825 Korntal-Münchingen Germany I do not h
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13 years ago
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I am looking for two articles: Der Frontsoldat erzahlt 19 (1955) P. 181-182 -- Unbekannter Passagier auf U-180 by Werner Musenberg And... Marine Rundschau 81 (1984) P.224-227 - Die erfolgreiche Fahrt des japanisches U-Bootes I-8". If anyone can do a scans of such, I would appreciate it. Reply: kengems@usslea&
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13 years ago
vito
To forum participants, I am getting ready to end my online book sale.....there are still some great buys left here for under 10 USD.
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13 years ago
vito
Thanks for sharing these Marc....
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13 years ago
vito
Marc.... Some of the "criticalpast" videos are also found here:
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13 years ago
vito
An interesting link:
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13 years ago
vito
Nice photos Marc....Thanks for the link!!
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14 years ago
vito
281. Re: Help
Denis... I obtained my copies from Christian Schmidt Fachbuchhandlung in Munich. Note that the previous 5 volumes should also be available. Contact Frau Schmidt at: info@christian-schmidt.com
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14 years ago
vito
JTrain, Not sure about written message that Korvkpt. Ralf-Reimar Wolfram left in a guest book at the Officer's mess in Bergen, Norway. "Heart of Gold, Clear Horizon" But.......... The 4th Flotilla Guest Book entry is: 4.XI.44 Wenn wir jetzt fort auf Feindfahrt Geh’n. (gehen) in unbekannte Zonen, dan
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14 years ago
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Metman.... 4 Apr 1944 to 4 June 1944 -- U-385 -- East Of Newfoundland 21 April 1944 in AM 1729; 24 Apr 1944 in AM 1859; 5 May 1944 in AL 2731; 6 May 1944 in AL 2954; 20 May 1944 in AL 7896. 16 Apr 1944 to 7 June 1944 -- U-955 -- North Atlantic 29 Apr 1944 to 4 July 1944 -- U-853 -- North Atlantic 4 Jun 1944 to 24 July 1944 -- U-673 -- North Atlantic 21 Mar 1944 to 24 June 1944 -- U-548
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14 years ago
vito
Platon - Rainer, For further amplification regarding U-107 on 7 Sept. 1941: Note: Other boats and dates were not found on the above site.
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14 years ago
vito
285. New Book
Some might be interested.... A new book by Lieutenant Karl-Heinz Herbschleb (U-21, U-85 and U-354). A large book with many, many photos (from his personal album). 428 pages. German text. Price a little high, but worth it. Some great photos here. I obtained my copy from:
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14 years ago
vito
Steve.... Here are a couple of links for you:
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14 years ago
vito
Einar.... Keep checking this Ebay location: He sometimes lists U-boat photos, usually from albums. In the FIND Window - type "U-" (without quotes) to search his listing. There are also many other sellers on Ebay that deal in U-boat photos.
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14 years ago
vito
Einar... An interesting explanation here:
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14 years ago
vito
The below links refer to "The Northern Mariner" - Published quarterly by The Canadian Nautical Research Society in association with the North American Society for Oceanic History. Tons of useful online research articles here... Ex. 1: Type in "Convoy" (withot quotes) into the top right search box. Ex. 2: Type in "Syrett" (withot quotes) into the top ri
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14 years ago
vito
Lio../ Mail me at kengems@ussleahy.com with your mail address. I have some addionional info for you.
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14 years ago
vito
Uwe.... A few other books: K-Men - by C.D. Bekker (William Kimber, 1955) German frogmen and midget U-Boats Die Seehunde by Klaus Mattes (Mittler & Sohn 1995) Hitler's Secret Commandos: Operations of the K-Verband by Helmut Blocksdorf Also a link of interest:
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14 years ago
vito
Lio, As a note, the Blairesk was scrapped in 1970 (as per the link I included). A Happy New Year to you and yours.....
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14 years ago
vito
Lio.. Yes....Ritschel Band III was my reference.
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14 years ago
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Lio.. My info coincides with your info for the 1st patrol. 2nd patrol (in sequence): Cree 4791 Kolchis 2219 Oakcrest 5407 Tymeric 5228 King Idwal 5115 Anten 5135 Blairesk not mentioned.....
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14 years ago
vito
Harold... Some U-701 info here:
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14 years ago
vito
296. New Book
This book might be of interest... Die Gästebücher der 4. U-Flottille Guestbook Of The 4th Flotilla (Reprint-Limited Edition) by Kia Winkler 4th Flotilla link: These flotilla guestbooks are not usually available for perusal. The price is a little stiff, but very well worth it. Book stats: 272 pages - 221x281mm - with original color reproductions - approx. 40 Euro Mine was obt
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14 years ago
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Don... Check with Tom Petteys at Aberdeen - he sometimes gives a 10% discount for online sales ($66.75 TOTAL incl. S/H). Tom Petteys mail: aberdeentp@earthlink.net Also a happy holiday season to you and yours.....
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14 years ago
vito
298. New Book
Just received this book....EXCELLENT (photos and historical dissertation). Much original material. Donitz's Crews: Germany's U-boat Sailors in World War II by French L. MacLean Got my copy from Aberdeen Books Price is a little stiff, but very well worth it. Other sources:
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14 years ago
vito
Thanks for the quick followup Rainer...
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14 years ago
vito
I am looking for additional info regarding this event. Reference: Ships Of The Esso Fleet In World War II - P.241. A brief synopsis of the article: "Encounter With Submarine"........On 5 December 1942, at 12-33N, 70-36W (50 miles from Aruba and within sight of Los Monges Island, near the entrance to the Gulf Of Venezuela), the US Naval gun crew of the SS Frederic R. Kellogg, wi
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