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Old 10-31-11, 03:52 AM   #9
Magic1111
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Originally Posted by Svart View Post
If a U-boat was only in port for reprovisioning, maintenance, and new orders, what was the usual time? 14 days seems too long to me? I would imagine 3 to 7 tops.
Well, you must also consider the physical efforts of the crew during a two, three or more weeks patrol, which need some recovery time!

An average port time of 14 days (or more) are absolutely realistic!

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