Gato class - Page 2

bookworm_020 · 11-20-05, 06:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Trav_R

Yeah this is the kind of information I was looking for. I just wanted to get some more insight into the Gato class in addition to the flat numbers. The numbers only tell you so much, that's why I asked here. This place is full of sub experts, so I appreciate all the information.

I'm also a librarian

as well as a maritime buff. So both go hand in hand

Harry Buttle · 11-20-05, 09:24 PM

Its also worth noting that the Japs were absolutely inept at convoy protection, it was not a priority for them as it was seen as being defensive rather than in the offensive spirit and so it received few resources (and what resources it got were frequently squandered by interservice rivalry).

The US sub force also had the advantage of getting help in training and doctrine from the Brit, Canadian and US Atlantic ASW forces.

11-20-05, 09:24 PM	#17
Harry Buttle Soundman Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 144 Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Its also worth noting that the Japs were absolutely inept at convoy protection, it was not a priority for them as it was seen as being defensive rather than in the offensive spirit and so it received few resources (and what resources it got were frequently squandered by interservice rivalry). The US sub force also had the advantage of getting help in training and doctrine from the Brit, Canadian and US Atlantic ASW forces.