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Old 03-02-10, 06:58 PM   #7
Armistead
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Originally Posted by jwilliams View Post
I was under the impression that ramming subs was a common tactic used by destroyers.

sure the destroyer would suffer damage, but that damage was off set by the fact that the sub would prob sink.

This is just my thoughts on the matter. i have done no research.
You are right..It was common for DD's and even merchants to ram. I think the confusion is on the surface. Few got rammed on the surface, most got rammed as they submerged or just got under.
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