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Originally Posted by Krupp
Interesting Admiral Christie's diary quote in Australia (1944), about British submarines. From "Silent Victory" :
" (H.M.S.) Clyde, the dirtiest submarine that ever made a dive, now in port after several false starts. I hope this isn't a sample of what we are to experience with the Limeys"..."Clyde now must remove battery for repair. Looks as if she'd have to be generally refitted and then blasted out of port. H.M.S. Porpoise in today. She too arrives unready for her job"..."The submarines of the Royal Navy arriving here are in the most horrible condition. Looks as thought we'll have to rebuilt (them) before they are able to do any work in enemy areas-if they have that in mind."
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It would be interesting to see the Royal Navy's opinion of Admiral Christie.
Yes British subs would be good, although I would prefer to see them in the Med.
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