I have done this with a IXB in 60 meters and had the DD's lose contact. The trick is to keep dive planes diving after you touch bottom to keep you from sliding around, causing damage. Think of it as an anchor.
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"Hit Shokaku class carrier with three out of six torpedos. Recieved 105 depth charges during three hour period. Heard four terrific explosions in the direction of target, two and one half hours after attack. Believe that baby sank!" Lieutenant Commander Herman Kossler USS Cavalla
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