THE PATROL DIARIES OF OBERLEUTNANT ZUR SEE KAWELMACHER (S.M. U-80) #1 #WW1 #UBoat #Naval #WaratSea #Mines #WW2 #History - read the first part for free.
Fascinating to read this article Rob.
I recall you researching this a year or two ago and was looking forward to reading the article.
I have huge admiration for the men of the Ubootwaffe in both of the World Wars - indeed all submariners experienced appalling conditions.
The captain of SM U80 during these patrols was a hugely successful commander - surprising he wasn’t awarded the PLM.
great story but I cannot imagine being on such a submarine in such weather! It's a wonder they made it back.
Fascinating to read this article Rob.
I recall you researching this a year or two ago and was looking forward to reading the article.
I have huge admiration for the men of the Ubootwaffe in both of the World Wars - indeed all submariners experienced appalling conditions.
The captain of SM U80 during these patrols was a hugely successful commander - surprising he wasn’t awarded the PLM.
great story but I cannot imagine being on such a submarine in such weather! It's a wonder they made it back.