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Originally Posted by SSI01
If memory serves the boat was recalled from patrol and a quick COI was held. The capt admitted to basically being far too cautious for the work and was removed from command. .
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Early in the war this was rather common with the "old school" officers. Doctrine for subs was more to be used as a patrol boat than an offensive weapon.
One of the 1st boats to have this happen was the USS Argonaut.
Thanks for refreshing this old thread. It was an interesting read!