During World War II, a total of 154 German submarines, known as U-boats, were captured by Allied forces. Many of these were surrendered at the end of the war in 1945, while others were captured during various military operations. The captured U-boats were often used for testing and analysis to understand their technology and improve Allied naval capabilities.
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At the beginning of 1917 the German navy had 111 submarines. This was a large increase from 1916 when they had only 68.
After World War II, it is estimated that around 200 German submarines (U-boats) remained unaccounted for. Many of these submarines were lost during the war or scuttled by their crews to avoid capture. The exact number can vary due to different reporting methods and ongoing discoveries, but a significant portion of these vessels have never been found.
During World War II, German submarines (U-boats) sank approximately 2,800 Allied ships, totaling around 14 million gross tons. Italian submarines contributed by sinking around 1,300 vessels, amounting to about 3 million gross tons. Together, these submarines played a significant role in disrupting Allied shipping and maritime operations throughout the war.
There are two German U-Boats still in existence. One is in Kiel, Germany, the other is in Chicago.
In convoys, many ships sailing together protected by warships to hunt for German U-boats (submarines)
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Shallow diving submarines are used for reef watching in many parts of the world.
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