Chapter 286

When everyone was standing on the dock, a destroyer appeared on the sea level outside the port, and everyone could see a small black spot behind the destroyer.

Everyone began to talk about it. We were not sure whether the little black dot that followed was the hero they were going to meet today, that is, the German submarine u-211 that shocked the world.

Before the attack in Scarpa Bay, most people's impression of German submarines remained in the period of World War I. although the submarine war at that time brought a shadow to the maritime forces of various countries, the shadow has never been so strong. When a submarine can sneak into the harbor and kill several main warships at one time, this kind of weapon has made the whole world panic.

In the week after the Scarpa Bay incident, the U.S. Navy investigated the whole process of the German submarine sneak attack, and then sent a 70 page report back to China. The day after the report arrived at the relevant departments of the United States, the U.S. Congress approved an application by the navy to set up mines as barriers in naval bases such as Pearl Harbor, And increase the patrol density of destroyers.

While everyone was talking about it, the destroyer led the little black spot closer and closer, and we finally saw the outline of the little black spot. It was a German submarine with a small tonnage. It was sailing slowly behind the destroyer, and the deck was full of people, covering half of the submarine's command tower enclosure.

Then people saw the torpedo tube in front of the submarine, saw the mottled marks on the side of the submarine, and saw the huge number painted on the command tower, the number "u-211", which had long been firmly remembered by naval experts all over the world.

The long prepared port military band began to play German songs, and the melody reverberated in the sky of the port, making the German Navy regain its confidence in dominating the ocean. With the conductor's long baton rolling up and down, drums and trombones interweave into beautiful notes, beating in the hearts of all journalists.

Before the u-211 submarine attacked Scarpa Bay, if you ask people about the impression of submarine, most people will tell you that submarine is like a "thief", sneaking into other people's backyard, breaking some bottles and stealing some tulips.

However, after the u-211 attack on Scarpa Bay, if you ask people about their impression of submarines, then this time people will tell you that submarines are like assassins, cold and hidden, stabbing the most deadly sword in the most deadly place, which makes people despair but with three points of arrogance.

All of a sudden, applause thundered, and cheers of welcome broke out in the side of the naval officers and men's Square. The return of their comrades in arms cheered them, and their brilliant achievements inspired them to fight bravely in the future. So, reluctantly, the foreign journalists standing there also clapped their hands. They were not enthusiastic and friendly.

The distance is closer. The leading destroyer has turned around and returned to continue its unfinished patrol task. However, the submarine is leaning against the dock. The performance of the military band is still loud and clear, but it slightly disturbs the rhythm. The applause stops suddenly, just like a group of noisy ducks are pinched by the neck.

A special diving board for submarines was built on the deck of submarines. A young sailor in charge spread red carpet on the diving board, but when the first sailor jumped onto the dock, many people swallowed a mouthful of saliva.

This submarine soldier is wearing a dirty cotton padded jacket. The white navy uniform inside is no different from the gray one. The dirty oil stains on his chest make people feel the urge to vomit. Of course, if you look at his leather boots, the broken ones are even more desperate.

The second sailor on the land is even more strange. He looks at everyone in front of him and wriggles his dry lips with a strange expression. He said nothing and looked nervous.

The third soldier didn't see his face, because his feet had just touched the dock floor, and he knelt down crying and kissing the concrete floor. His move startled the people around him, and even a SS officer standing behind Fanny held down his pistol.

The fourth man who stepped off the springboard looked much more normal because he was wearing the captain's combat suit and a waterproof leather jacket. However, the man who should have been captain prion didn't clean his beard for several days, so people couldn't recognize the savage.

The adjutant behind him had disheveled hair and thick blood in his eyes. This man was carrying a leather case, which should be the combat diary to be submitted, some secret documents and some personal letters to be sent by the crew.

Admiral dennitz, commander in chief of the submarine force, left the crowd and quickly stepped forward, holding out his hand to his beloved general: "Captain Prynne! Welcome back to the motherland! Your record has been transmitted all over the world. "

Prynne held out his palm with a dull expression and held it together with Donitz's: "thank you. I didn't expect to see you again. We tried our best. We didn't really get out of danger until yesterday."

What he said was not sensational. The British Navy's pursuit fleet did not give up its operation until yesterday. Finally, two destroyers that surrounded them sailed back over their heads. Along the way, they escaped and dodged for a long time. When they floated up at night, they only dared to expose the vent pipe to charge the submarine. Only two days ago did they dare to bring the tower to the surface and let everyone go outside for a cigarette to ease their nearly collapsed mood. They lived in the narrow and humid cabin of the submarine for several days. They couldn't see the sun, the sea breeze and the fresh air. There was a bad smell all over the submarine, and almost everyone was tortured by the oppressive atmosphere. Prion destroyed the cipher machine and the codebook before the operation, so they lost any contact with the German mainland. These days, they don't know their achievements, and they don't know whether they can return to their motherland. They just don't dare to commit suicide, which supports their belief to continue to flee. Most of the time, they kept in a state of submergence, so they didn't even dare to use the kitchen to heat their food. They had to eat compressed biscuits and dried fruits to satisfy their hunger. It was only two days ago that they had a luxurious supper. Prien also received the signal and guidance to look for them. The u-211 submarine, which frequently evaded hunting, found that they had deviated from the scheduled route by 75 nautical miles. So they adjusted their routes and started a real journey home. It was because they deviated from the course that the experienced Royal Navy's encirclement failed. This is also the reason why they met two returning British destroyers yesterday“ I've wronged you! You are the heroes of the Empire! The Fuehrer himself ordered me to send you to the stone castle. He will see you in person! " Donitz said with a smile, smiling and even left tears: "you are my most precious treasure, thank God you can come back safely." With his tears, Prynne didn't know what to do. The crew behind him began to cry. They experienced the most unforgettable adventure, but they also experienced the most cruel and dangerous escape. The suffering of young people had already exceeded the limit they could bear. So when they see their boss's true feelings, they can't help venting. Seeing a good ceremony to welcome the hero turned into a mourning ceremony for crying parents, Fanny narrowed her eyes and came out. Soon the crew stopped crying because they saw a beautiful woman come out of the crowd - which idiot would like to do something shameful at such a time“ Gentlemen! The suffering you have experienced can be seen in the way you look. " Fanny stood in front of prion and opened her mouth. The beautiful voice like a magic voice penetrated into everyone's ears: "but your feats have been recorded in history. Do you want to leave a coward's note behind this glorious task in the last few hours?" She looked at the sailors and said, "wipe your nose! Go to the lounge, shave your beard, pack your bags and put on your spare clothes, because in a moment... I'll take you to the hall full of girls. Are you going to spend the night with beautiful women on the soft big bed tonight, or do you want to use your left hand to give you advice? " Fanny took a look at Donitz, who had been buying people's hearts and wiped away his tears. She picked her eyebrows and said, "translate my words to these sailors again. If you are not sure, I will ask those reporters to take photos of these German sailors and put them in the newspaper. Then I will read the news to the head of state in bed one morning."“ You are German soldiers! Is anyone willing to be a coward? " Donitz asked quickly and loudly“ No! " Everyone shook their heads and answered loudly“ Tell everyone, who are you? " Donitz asked aloud again“ We are the trumps of the Empire! We are the best submariners Everyone replied loudly. Soon, the interview went on smoothly. Donitz stepped back to Reidel's side, looked at the low spirited submariners, and quietly tilted her head: "I thought she was a minister because of her beauty."“ And now? " Randall raised the corner of his mouth and looked at the beautiful figure not far away with satisfaction“ Fortunately, I was born in Germany. Although I can't be the greatest, I will try my best to be a member of the greatest group. " Said Donitz with a sigh. RedAll looked back at his men and said, "I'll try, too."------------------------- Ask for a monthly ticket! For a reward! Peddler, please subscribe!!!