U-118 remains a primary example used by naval historians to illustrate the effectiveness of Allied "Hunter-Killer" groups. The combination of carrier-based aviation and surface escorts fundamentally shifted the Battle of the Atlantic, making large, slow minelayers like the Type XB extremely vulnerable.
Two diesel engines and two electric motors, allowing for a surfaced speed of roughly 17 knots. Operational History uboat-b118
A direct hit with a depth charge caused the boat to explode and break in two. The sinking was famously captured in high-quality combat footage and photographs by the US Navy. U-118 remains a primary example used by naval
1,763 tons (surfaced) / 2,710 tons (submerged). Operational History A direct hit with a depth
The German submarine was a Type XB minelaying U-boat of Nazi Germany's Kriegsmarine during World War II. It is most notable for its dramatic sinking and the subsequent rescue of its crew members in the central Atlantic. Technical Specifications and Design