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Originally Posted by nikimcbee
How did I not see this thread, that was totally cool!
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Same goes for me, no media attention in the Netherlands for this that i know off.
Must have been something, really enjoyed the movie at least one of our Allies honours this occasion.
Some extra info you might like:
The O-19 was the first submarine in the world using the snorkel system, later adopted by the Germans.
The O-19 was a mine laying Submarine
The O-19's cargo was 'medicinal alcohol' and training mines, seems they had all the party favours with them
The party that was organised by the Dutch for the crew of the U.S.S Cod lasted three days
This link shows the actual rescue: