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Old 04-09-15, 03:05 PM   #21
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Originally Posted by SSI01 View Post
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. .
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!
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