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What were two ways the US navy countered the U boat threat?

William s. Sims convinced the allies to adopt a system of protection in a convoy system, another American tactic gave the allies added protection from the u boat menace


What was the ruling of coralatt sue vs US?

In 2003 Carletta Sims was reinstated by the federal courts.


Who where the two US admirals whose work contributed greatly to the defeat of the German you-boat offensive?

The two U.S. admirals who played a significant role in defeating the German U-boat offensive during World War I were Admiral William S. Sims and Admiral Ernest J. King. Admiral Sims advocated for improved anti-submarine tactics and coordinated efforts between the U.S. Navy and the British Royal Navy. Admiral King, later known for his command during World War II, also contributed to the strategic planning and implementation of anti-submarine warfare measures that were crucial in countering the U-boat threat. Their leadership and strategies helped turn the tide against the U-boat menace.


US Military contributions in World War 1?

1.Bypassing older general, Wilson named John J. ("Black Jack") Pershing, leader of the Mexican campaign, to head the American Expeditionary Force (AEF) 2.Selective Service Act. Early in June 1917, 9.5 million men registered for the draft. 3. In the summer of 1917, Admiral William S. Sims, a brilliant American strategist. pushed through a convey plan that used Allied destroyers to escort merchant vessels across the ocean. 4.The AEF lost 48,909 dead and 230,000 wounded; losses to disease brought the total of dead to more than 112,000.


How many deaths were there in the Battle of the Coral Sea?

None. This was a naval battle involving sailors and marines. The Navy lost 537 men killed in action and 6 died from wounds received in the battle. One sailor was captured by the Japanese and died as a POW and 11 were released from service due to their injuries. In addition, 19 Marines died in action and 2 died of wounds.