Privateer,
That would be a major input to have a few or even one other U-Boat spawn to pull the escorts away! A diversion would be great.
As I recall, it was enjoyable to see convoy ships exploding in AOD when on scene with my boat ... havoc!
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DID, no cheats, no shortcuts, no non-historic equipment deviations. Boat and crew safety is integral with my immersion style! Follow the historic events during your patrol:
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