Interesting video for those who havent seen it

Paul Riley · 07-20-11, 09:40 AM

Here is an interesting 12 part documentary of the battle of the Atlantic for those that havent seen it.In particular,in part 8 it describes various methods on how convoys were attacked.I particularly liked the night surface attack from the rear,breaching the escort screen at high speed to get in among the convoy lanes.
This I will definitely be implementing in my game.For ages I have been pondering on the best approach for a convoy attack.For all the obvious danger with this method the night surface attack could actually be the safest,and most reliable method,so long as surprise is maintained and they don't spot you.
The video starts with part 2,I have no idea where part 1 is.

Good hunting.

VONHARRIS · 07-20-11, 10:24 AM

Very nice thank you very much.

Paul Riley · 07-20-11, 10:37 AM

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Originally Posted by VONHARRIS

Very nice thank you very much.

No problem,glad you appreciated it

Canovaro · 07-20-11, 12:47 PM

thanks!

Paul Riley · 07-20-11, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Canovaro

thanks!

Jimbuna · 07-20-11, 03:13 PM

If you have a recording system and Sky/Virgin account you can tape it fairly regularly from the Military Channel

sharkbit · 07-20-11, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Paul Riley

I particularly liked the night surface attack from the rear,breaching the escort screen at high speed to get in among the convoy lanes.This I will definitely be implementing in my game.For ages I have been pondering on the best approach for a convoy attack.For all the obvious danger with this method the night surface attack could actually be the safest,and most reliable,so long as surprise is maintained and they don't spot you.

Good luck trying that from late 1942 onward. With radar equipped escorts all over the place, slipping in on the surface becomes extremely difficult.

Paul Riley · 07-20-11, 05:19 PM

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Originally Posted by sharkbit

Good luck trying that from late 1942 onward. With radar equipped escorts all over the place, slipping in on the surface becomes extremely difficult.

I know mate,would be suicide even trying it at that stage in the conflict.

07-21-11, 02:07 AM

Thanks, Paul.
Bookmarked it.

Paul Riley · 07-21-11, 04:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Snestorm

Thanks, Paul.
Bookmarked it.

No problem

Fish In The Water · 07-21-11, 09:23 PM

Appreciate it, thanks for the link!

OnePingOnly · 07-28-11, 05:24 AM

Thanks for the links to the Videos. I love naval history and in particular submarine warfare. I played SH1 I loved it. I have recently gotten back into Subs and Subsims. i am cutting my teeth on SH3 and I am looking for a good guide or document on torpedoes targeting. i have the 647 [age manual that came with the GX3 expansion it goes into position and such but working out solutions is what i really need to know as I am a hopeless noob

. Can anyone point me in the right direction or suggest something?

Thank you in advance.

coronas · 07-28-11, 05:50 AM

Thanks!

Wolfstriked · 07-28-11, 07:18 AM

Awesome thanks man.

Seems my tactics were considered crazy and best at same time.

Night surfaced attacks and PD evasion.

I love that one video says that many crazy captains would actually stay near surface avoiding the ASDIC since it had a hard time at that depth.I find I get away easier when near the surface in GWX.

From 5:20 onwards.

Paul Riley · 07-28-11, 07:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Wolfstriked

Awesome thanks man.

Seems my tactics were considered crazy and best at same time.

Night surfaced attacks and PD evasion.

I love that one video says that many crazy captains would actually stay near surface avoiding the ASDIC since it had a hard time at that depth.I find I get away easier when near the surface in GWX.

From 5:20 onwards.

The craziest captains are the best,hit em fast,hit em hard,get out even faster!

May the spirit of the vikings protect you in your 'crazed assault' LOL

07-20-11, 09:40 AM	#1
Paul Riley Ocean Warrior Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Sheffield, England Posts: 2,679 Downloads: 165 Uploads: 0	Interesting videos for those who havent seen them Here is an interesting 12 part documentary of the battle of the Atlantic for those that havent seen it.In particular,in part 8 it describes various methods on how convoys were attacked.I particularly liked the night surface attack from the rear,breaching the escort screen at high speed to get in among the convoy lanes. This I will definitely be implementing in my game.For ages I have been pondering on the best approach for a convoy attack.For all the obvious danger with this method the night surface attack could actually be the safest,and most reliable method,so long as surprise is maintained and they don't spot you. The video starts with part 2,I have no idea where part 1 is. Good hunting. __________________ Best Patrol: 10 merchants + HMS Nelson for 68.056 Tonnes Last edited by Paul Riley; 07-31-11 at 09:53 AM.

07-20-11, 03:13 PM	#6
Jimbuna Chief of the Boat Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 250 metres below the surface Posts: 190,481 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 13	If you have a recording system and Sky/Virgin account you can tape it fairly regularly from the Military Channel __________________ Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something. Oh my God, not again!!

07-28-11, 05:24 AM	#12
OnePingOnly Seaman Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 31 Downloads: 2 Uploads: 0	Thanks! And a Question Thanks for the links to the Videos. I love naval history and in particular submarine warfare. I played SH1 I loved it. I have recently gotten back into Subs and Subsims. i am cutting my teeth on SH3 and I am looking for a good guide or document on torpedoes targeting. i have the 647 [age manual that came with the GX3 expansion it goes into position and such but working out solutions is what i really need to know as I am a hopeless noob. Can anyone point me in the right direction or suggest something? Thank you in advance.

07-28-11, 05:50 AM	#13
coronas Ace of the Deep Join Date: May 2005 Location: Asturias, España Posts: 1,168 Downloads: 39 Uploads: 0	Thanks! __________________

07-28-11, 07:18 AM	#14
Wolfstriked Grey Wolf Join Date: Apr 2011 Posts: 756 Downloads: 237 Uploads: 0	Awesome thanks man.Seems my tactics were considered crazy and best at same time.Night surfaced attacks and PD evasion.I love that one video says that many crazy captains would actually stay near surface avoiding the ASDIC since it had a hard time at that depth.I find I get away easier when near the surface in GWX. From 5:20 onwards.

07-20-11, 10:24 AM	#2
VONHARRIS Konteradmiral Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Greece Posts: 1,992 Downloads: 300 Uploads: 0	Very nice thank you very much.

07-20-11, 12:47 PM	#4
Canovaro Ace of the Deep Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Netherlands Posts: 1,062 Downloads: 34 Uploads: 0	thanks!

07-21-11, 02:07 AM	#9
Snestorm Stowaway Posts: n/a Downloads: Uploads:	Thanks, Paul. Bookmarked it.

07-21-11, 09:23 PM	#11
Fish In The Water Prince of the Sea SUBSIM Welcome Committee Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Watching over U-253 Posts: 3,527 Downloads: 98 Uploads: 2	Appreciate it, thanks for the link!