This section is mean to help our Members understand various terms, in German and in English, that pertain to this time.
This section is meant to help our Members understand various terms, in German and in English, that pertain to this time.
Schnorkel
An air pipe with a valve assembly at the top which, when extended above the surface of the sea, would allow fresh air to enter for the diesel engines and breathing, and allowed the exhaust to escape the boat.
Schussmeldung
The ‘shooting report’ that was required for each torpedo fired. Each had to be accounted for.
SD
the feared Sicherheitsdienst, or military secret police.
There will be more vocabulary words and terms in KTB #168 next month. If there are other words that puzzle you, let us know.
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