April 21, 2007: German sub, abandoned and rusting

BrianR · 04-24-2007, 10:18 PM

It is actually a Type VII-C. Similar to the one in Chicago, which I have also toured.

That sub is in bad shape, rusting, bilges full of trash, gauges damaged and those that are not are corroded and milky. It used to be sorta functional and the engines were turned over briefly once a month. Not anymore. It is in need of a total overhaul soon or else it will have to be closed to the public.

The story of her capture is fascinating however. I had the opportunity to speak to RAdm Gallery, an ensign when she was taken. His account is much better than his book. I would volunteer to help restore it if I had the time and the museum were interested, which they seem to not be. Shame really.

Brian

xoxoxoBruce · 04-25-2007, 10:00 PM

It appears to be one of 87 type IXC/40 subs built, not one of the 568 type VIIc subs. I think davegore is right about U-534 as that was a IXC/40.

wolf · 04-25-2007, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by BrianR

It is actually a Type VII-C. Similar to the one in Chicago, which I have also toured.

I spent a lot of time on the U-505 in Chicago when I was growing up. It was my favorite part of the Museum of Science and Industry. I still have the guidebook on the sub, along with the translated U-Boat Commander's Handbook.

It's a shame to hear it's not being maintained properly.

xoxoxoBruce · 04-26-2007, 12:47 AM

U-505? That's one of 54, IXC boats built and one of six (U-501 through U-506) built at Deutsche Werft AG, Hamburg, between 1939 and 1941.

Why yes, I have been doing some research on U boats, now that you mention it.

davegore · 06-27-2007, 04:30 PM

Anyone remember the image of the day of the second world war submarine which was brought from the bottom of the sea after years and years and was looking like it was going to be without a home???....well the good news is that one has been found
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/m...de/6244784.stm
and it will live its days out right beside the sea too

Dave

04-24-2007, 10:18 PM	#1
BrianR Cleverly disguised as a responsible adult Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 3,338	It is actually a Type VII-C. Similar to the one in Chicago, which I have also toured. That sub is in bad shape, rusting, bilges full of trash, gauges damaged and those that are not are corroded and milky. It used to be sorta functional and the engines were turned over briefly once a month. Not anymore. It is in need of a total overhaul soon or else it will have to be closed to the public. The story of her capture is fascinating however. I had the opportunity to speak to RAdm Gallery, an ensign when she was taken. His account is much better than his book. I would volunteer to help restore it if I had the time and the museum were interested, which they seem to not be. Shame really. Brian __________________ Never be afraid to tell the world who you are. -- Anonymous

04-25-2007, 10:00 PM	#2
xoxoxoBruce The future is unwritten Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 71,105	It appears to be one of 87 type IXC/40 subs built, not one of the 568 type VIIc subs. I think davegore is right about U-534 as that was a IXC/40. Attached Images __________________ The descent of man ~ Nixon, Friedman, Reagan, Trump.

04-26-2007, 12:47 AM	#4
xoxoxoBruce The future is unwritten Join Date: Oct 2002 Posts: 71,105	U-505? That's one of 54, IXC boats built and one of six (U-501 through U-506) built at Deutsche Werft AG, Hamburg, between 1939 and 1941. Why yes, I have been doing some research on U boats, now that you mention it. __________________ The descent of man ~ Nixon, Friedman, Reagan, Trump.

06-27-2007, 04:30 PM	#5
davegore Resident-in-Training Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 7	Home found Anyone remember the image of the day of the second world war submarine which was brought from the bottom of the sea after years and years and was looking like it was going to be without a home???....well the good news is that one has been found http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/m...de/6244784.stm and it will live its days out right beside the sea too Dave

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