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Enigma
05-21-06, 03:30 PM
I was just noting on another thread that U-858 surrendered to the allies near my home. doing some googling, I found these amazing photos I thought you all may be interested in.....

http://candotg.org/PillsburyPhotos.htm

Here is the story....

http://www2.newszap.com/lookingback/ww2/capturedsub.html

Ducimus
05-21-06, 03:41 PM
Thilo Bode, in those pictures. I read a little bit about him. Used to be the Executive Officer on U505. Was real ass at first, but matured over time. At least, according to Hans Grueber's memoir.