U-848, German U-boat wreck in South Atlantic Ocean, Brazil
The Type IXD2 submarine U-848 rests at coordinates -10.15 latitude and -18 longitude, approximately 550 kilometers southwest of Ascension Island.
After commissioning in February 1943, U-848 operated under Commander Wilhelm Rollmann until its final battle against American aircraft on November 5, 1943.
The U-848 represents German naval technology during World War II, featuring six torpedo tubes and advanced diesel-electric propulsion systems.
The wreck location experiences strong currents and substantial depths, making technical diving operations particularly complex and requiring specialized equipment.
During its single patrol mission, U-848 managed to sink the British steamship Baron Semple before meeting its end with a crew of 63 members.
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