German submarines getting supplies
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German submarines getting supplies
An illustration by H. W. Koekkoek to suggest how German submarines re-fuelled. With increased activity by German submarines, there was some speculation about this matter. The illustration shows divers drawing fuel from a submersible supply-boat
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21st Activity Divers Fuel Fuelled Increased Speculation Submarines Submersible Suggest Supplies Supply Koekkoek Matter
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August 1915: German Submarine Fueling Operations - A Historical Illustration Amidst the heightened maritime conflict during World War I, the clandestine activities of German submarines continued to pose a significant threat to Allied shipping lanes. The exact methods by which these underwater vessels were able to sustain their long-range missions remained a subject of intense speculation and debate. An intriguing illustration by H.W. Koekkoek, published in the Illustrated London News on December 4, 1915, sheds light on this mysterious matter. The captivating image shows a scene of German submarines receiving vital supplies under the cover of darkness. A submersible supply-boat, manned by brave divers, is connected to a submarine via a hose, transferring fuel from the boat to the submerged vessel. The illustration suggests that the Germans had devised a method to import fuel and other essentials to their submarines at sea, enabling them to extend their operational reach and continue their relentless attacks on Allied merchant vessels. The image, titled 'German Submarines Fueled,' was published during a time when the Allied forces were scrambling to counteract the German U-boat threat. The illustration not only served to fuel the public's curiosity but also provided valuable insights into the clandestine world of submarine warfare during the early 20th century. This historical illustration offers a glimpse into the innovative tactics employed by the Germans to sustain their submarine fleet, adding another layer to the complex narrative of the Great War at sea.
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