U1195

Wreck of VIIC U-boat. Sank by depth charges from HMS Watchman after sinking 11,000 ton SS Cuba on 06/04/45. Thirty-two died, but eighteen escaped from U-boat. The boats captain Ernst Cordes was amongst those that died. The U-boat also is believed to be responsible for sinking the James Eagan Lane. Wreck is breaking up, but Conning tower is ok and basic structure is still present. Out of Portsmouth