MISSION 2
U-27 left its pen with orders to patrol BF grid BF 11. On September 3 and as my U-Boat was clearing the Channel, war broke out. I have gathered the crew in the Zentrale and made a heated speech in an effort to boost morale. I ordered Schnapps for all and read the BdU order to attack on the spot British vessels.
2 days later tower watch spotted a British Large Merchant : "Alaaaaaaarm" reverberated throught the sub. I climbed up and took the bino's from my second's hands.
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I immediately order the Gunners to take position. Warning shot through the bow for the crew to abandon ship. I also notify my radioman to keep his ears open in case the Merchant reports our position. In such case, we will attack guns blazing.
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After 2 warning shots the Merchant continues its course on zig zag in an effort to hinder our attack. I wont spent a torpedo as calculations can be tricky. The radioman reports that the Merchant has sent an emergency message reporting the attack and our position. I lean over the tower and shout to the Gunners " Fire at will boys, take her down. Aim for waterline"
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The crew decides to abandon ship. We go closer and give them supplies as the Merchant dissapears under the waves
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The war started with a success. 8000 tons under our belt.
The crew cheers as I ration another round of schnapps.
---- to be continued----