U-boat Archive - U-boat KTB - U-475 1st War Patrol

Excerpt of the Radio Log of " U-475 "

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Patrol " U-475 " from 4 July 44 to 6 September 44

Circuit: U-boat Short Wave II

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04.07.42
1330	Stoeffler
	Contrary to previous orders go to Libau to give over luggage. Then continue to Reval, there relieve Roth.
	F. d. U. Mitte.
04.07.44
1545	"Gjedser" passed to the east. Luggage not aboard, because in accordance with regulations all superfluous items given over. Private luggage remains in Kiel.
	U-Stoeffler.
04.07.44
2150	U-475 ( Stoeffler )
	Running into "Libau" settled.
	F. d. U. Mitte.
05.07.44
1305	Stoeffler
	Report arrival "Reval" 12 hours ahead of time.
	F. d. U. Mitte.
06.07.44
0555	Stoeffler
	Position 12 hours off objective point.
	U-475
07.07.44
2358
	Boats in the Gulf of Findland.
	1. Operational radio messages.
	1.) Boats receive orders to depart and operational orders from F. d. U. Following information if necessary from 9. Sich. Div. via a U-boat lying in Helsinki. In particular inbound and outbound instructions, changes, mine situation, instructions concerning own and Finish warships and their protection.
	2.) It is accepted that boats must remained submerged in the operations area. Corresponding short duration of the patrol is expected. Return transit independently to the next base, from which the boat departed.
	3.) Reports are to be submitted:
	if the boat has left the archipelago or operations area, or after surfacing after patrol, or starting archipelago transit, or when a boat makes time sensitive findings and experiences with knowledge or guidance of particular importance.

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	4.) Of particular importance are reports concerning enemy sightings, which suggest ventures against the coast. They are to be submitted immediately even with full commitment of the boat.
	5.) Encounter with Finnish U-boats is possible even in the operations area, notification is not always guaranteed.
	F. d. U. Mitte.
08.07.44
2105	U-boats in the Gulf of Finland.
	Boats are immediately operationally subordinated to 9. Sicherungsdivision. All further orders by 9. Sich.Div.. Radio control remains F. d. U.-Mitte.
	F. d. U. Mitte.
10.07.44
1922	In sea area east of "Seeigel" north of 60°10'N own surface warships are always to be expected. U-boats are free to shoot only on perfectly recognized as enemy surface warships
	9. Sich.Div.
11.07.44	9. Sich. Div.
0515	Due to fog anchored at "Villinki".
	U-Stoeffler.
11.07.44
0820	9. Sich. Div.
	Weighed anchor.
	U-Stoeffler.
11.07.44
1529	U-Andersen.
	2 sentences in Radio Message 1328/11 were changed: On 12 July Stoeffler waits for Andersen east of "Pitkäpaasi" at 23.30 hours,
	9. Sich.Div.
12.07.44
1439	Stoeffler
	On 12 July at 23.30 hours wait on Andersen at Pitkäpaasi. After his passing depart without escort to position in square 143 A 3. For 13 July arrange to meet with Guse with position and time relief and report.
	9. Sich.Div.
12.07.44
1655	Use of T V in position in square 143 A 3 forbidden.
12.07.44
2045	Departed.
	U-Stoeffler
14.07.44
0149	Made fast.
	U-Stoeffler
14.07.44
2211	In and outbound reports fall in the future with scheduled relief. Short report only with new occurrences, for observations important for Leadership. Submit these by Radio Message as long as no quick handover by M.V.O. is possible
	9. Sich. Div.

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15.7.44
1355	Stoeffler.
	As agreed, relieve "Sons" in Bengalen. "Guse " will be at meeting point south of Pitkäpaasi on 16 July at 24.00 hours. Trinidad remains unoccupied.
	9. Sich.Div.
15.07.44
2036	= S = for T Roman Numeral V-operations are ordered:
	1.) No use in water depths less than 30 meters,
	2.) No use in the direction of shallow water, if the 20-meter line is not more than 5 nm away.
	9. Sich.Div.
16.07.44
00.37	9. Sich.Div.
	Square 143 C 1 combat with Russian patrol vessels.

16.07.44
0215	Kr Kr
	1 Fuga 1 nm east of Narvi damaged. Sink it. 4 own M-Boote are also approaching.
	9. Sich.Div.
16.07.44
0249	Kr Kr
	Stoeffler
	Further own warships approaching from Route 81.
	9. Sich.Div.
16.07.44
0330	Kr Kr
	Stoeffler
	No own warships in operations area until 07.00 hours. Continuously occupy Very long Wavelength.
	9. Sich.Div.
16.07.44
1317	U-Guse to relieve Stoeffler today 24.00 hours be south of Pitkäpaasi. Nielsen be at the same location 18 July 00.30 hours, then go to Helsinki.
	9. Sich.Div.
17.07.44
1154	U-Sons.
	Today 24.00 hours relieve "Andersen" west of "Ristniemi". 4 AFP positioned as cover 23.30 hours at "Ristniemi". Relief by Stoeffler also anticipated.
	9. Sich.Div.
18.07.44
1505	Stoeffler
	Today 23.30 hours to relieve "Sons" be one half nautical mile northeast of Ristniemi. To cover and take in "Sons" 2 AAF positioned there. Relief by "Nielsen" 20 July - 00.30 hours anticipated.
	9. Sich.Div.

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18.07.44
1517	In area "Benalgen" attack all perfectly identified enemy targets down to watch boats. In Trinidad the main task remains observing. There attack free on "Fugas" and "Noskvas".
	9. Sich.Div.
18.07.44
1700	All boats:
	From area "Trinidad" report recognized landing intentions, or strong ship gatherings immediately by about 10 second long sending of the letter A on the rod antenna. Boats without rod antenna shortly before or after blowing. All land stations acknowledge by repeating A with receiving radio call sign.
	9. Sich.Div.
19.07.44
1212	"Trinidad" boats
	Patrol vessel M-104 is positioned at "Ruenti" position , for the enemy an important radio monitoring site, free to kill.
	9. Sich.Div.
19.07.44
1724	Vessels of the 9.Sich.Div. for Kr Radio Messages from now add "Kr" after the Time Group.
	Adm. östl. Ostsee.
20.07.44
0203	Due to delay by search action and complete darkness will not be on time for relief. For safety put the boat on the bottom.
	Stoeffler
20.07.44
0216	Specified one not spotted. Probably lays camouflaged under land. Otherwise noticeably weak patrols. 1-2 boats and 1 mine clearing tug in "Trinidad' right.
	Stoeffler
20.07.44
0405	U-Stoeffler
	Report arrival Grand Hotel.
	9. Sich.Div.
20.07.44
0545	Made fast Grand Hotel.
	Stoeffler
20.07.44
1358	Breckwoldt
	Today 23.30 hours be at Pitkäpaasi. Relief there 24 hours later by Stoeffler anticipated.
	9. Sich.Div.

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20.07.44
2026	Tonight mine laying Finnish S-Boote in square 68 C 95 operations area limit 60°30'N. Hereafter do not cross to the north.
	9. Sich.Div.
20.07.44
2038	Before entering operations area wait for the boat positioned there to return. If it does not return punctually, the relieving boat waits one hour. Then report to 9. Sich. Div. and await further orders.
	9. Sich.Div.
20.07.44
2132	In operations area "Trinidad" continual observation is necessary, even at night.
	9. Sich.Div.
21.07.44
1459	Stoeffler
	Today 23.30 hours be at Pitkäpaasi. Relief there 22 July 23.00 hours by "Nielsen" anticipated.
	9. Sich.Div.
21.07.44
1528	Panke
	Today at 23.00 hours be south of "Ovistaari" with 3 AFP. Relief there 22 July 23.00 hours by "Andersen" anticipated. In "Trinidad" free to sink tugs or independently proceeding magnet barges.
	9. Sich.Div.
21.07.44
18.36	To Radio Message 1728 of 20 July air imagery shows that camouflage of all places [outlying bases] is unsatisfactory. Boat outline is clearly recognizable. Obscure these and transitions from land to boat vigorously tonight. Aerial imagery 22 July Kotka.
21.07.44
2027	Panke and Stoeffler:
	According to Finnish B-report [communications intercept] 4 Russian S-Boote have orders between 22.00 and 01.00 hours to be in area "Ristniemi". 2 watch boats should be at 60°28.5N, 28°21.5E at 23.00 hours. AF-Group notified accordingly.
	M.V.O. Finnish Flott.
22.07.44
0108	Due to mine deployment square 41 B 86, 41 B 94, 41 B 38 blocked.
	9. Sich.Div.
22.07.44
2042	All special events such as attacks, sightings, etc. report soon after surfacing by Radio Message, also short report via M.V.O. Finnish Flotte.
	9. Sich.Div.
	through M.F.S. Reval.

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22.07.44
2109	U-Andersen:
	Today 23.30 be south of "Pinkalastaja". Relief there tomorrow at the same time by "Breckwoldt" anticipated.
	New outbound transit for Trinidad boats:
	Southeast of "Pitkäpaasi" on course 70° on route pass south of "Pinkalastaja" until north of "Repia" shallows. From there submerged into the operations area. According to the situation from "Pinkalastaja".
	9. Sich.Div.
22.07.44
2355	Experience Radio Message No. 136:
	"Cordes" (U-763) endured part of a depth charge pursuit in the Channel lying with the bow angled down on the bottom. He reported for this: The boat bounced well and the concussions were smoother than if one lay with 0° down angle on the bottom. That is an old experience, boats are reminded of once again.
23.07.44
14.29	Breckwoldt:
	Today at 23.00 hours be south of "Pinkalastaja". Relief there by "Stoeffler" is anticipated.
	9. Sich.Div.
24.07.44	9. Sich.Div.
2035	20.10 hours departing "Grand Hotel". Outbound Orders still not received.
	Stoeffler
24.07.44	Kr Kr
2159	"Stoeffler"
	Task south exit of "Koiviston Sound" Between "Kiuskeri" and "Hali" to the southeast. Dive and arrive so that position 143 D 2 and 3 can be occupied from midnight. Return transit at own discretion. Report experience by Radio Message.
	9. Sich.Div.
24.07.44	Trinidad boats:
2228	Leadership attaches great importance to a person looking into "Koiviston Sound". During the critical night hours, if somehow possible, observe, possibly with the air search periscope. Relief postponed accordingly.
	9. Sich.Div.
25.07.44
00.53	Kr Kr
	To clarify:
	1.) Stoeffler carry out task "Koivisto Sound".
	2.) Panke go to "Trinidad".
	3.) Breckwoldt report position and run in.
	9. Sich.Div.
25.07.44
12.30	"Stoeffler"
	Surfaced period, report particular events. Afterwards come to Helsinki South Harbor.

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	On the way run into "Grand Hotel", there convey experiences, pick up from "Sons" at "Kenkkukrek" short report concerning missed shots
	9. Sich.Div.
25.07.44
1232	"Schunk" tonight 23.00 hours go between "Kiuskeri" and "Hali" after "Bengalen". Additionally: receive names "Miramara", "Kenkkurek", "Esplanade".
	9. Sich.Div.
26.07.44
0043	ßß
	Due to unclear enemy situation intend to wait in the operations area.
	Stoeffler
28.07.44
13.26	U-Stoeffler:
	If possible report intentions by Short Signal.
	9. Sich.Div.
28.07.44
1340	All boats:
	1.) Continually man Very Long Wavelength when submerged.
	2.) With attack reports send range, lead angle, depth, ignition and defense maneuvers of the enemy.
	3.) Do not report out and inbound normal relief (up to 1 hour after ordered time).
	9. Sich.Div.
28.07.44
1455	ßß
	Have begun return transit. No traffic, only surveillance.
	U-475
28.07.44
1514	To Radio Message 1230/25/0123:
	Square 143 D 25 torpedoed at 03.18 hours a VMV II. Left sinking. 2 comrades went to the rescue. No defense. Urgently need "Potash Cartridges" and "Oxygen". Arrival "Grand Hotel" about 17.00 hours.
	Stoeffler
31.07.44
1326	Warning limit "Seeiegel Barrier" from now from 59°28.4'N, 27°40'E to the south at 27°40'E to the coast.
	9. Sich.Div.
31.07.44
1451	Andersen from 1 August occupy the following area: from 27°28'E eastern part Position 5 with it Position 6 to 59°29'N as southern limit. Stoeffler occupy Position 4 and western part of Position 5 to 27°27'E. Underwater Telegraphy limitedly authorized. Relief as before to the west. Stoeffler by night go to Position 1 and northern half of Position 2.
	9. Sich.Div.

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01.08.44
0046	Andersen, Stoeffler:
	On encountering enemy mine clearing formation in Seeigel expect operation of own Stukas. Then after reporting the enemy formation, go far off the route.
	9. Sich.Div.
01.08.44
0131	Lay off "Hochland" due to diesel failure. Damage will be repaired. At lightness will continue transit submerged to position.
	Stoeffler.
01.08.44
0325	ßß
	Have reached position line IV.
	U-475
01.08.44
1331	Stoeffler - Andersen:
	Today Finnish forces carry out U-boat hunt west of "Hochland" not to the south of 60°00'N from 17.22 hours.
	9. Sich.Div.
01.08.44
1601	New route for "Bengalen" is Route "30x". From "Mustamaa" course 120° 16.5' to "Narvinmatala".
	Schunk today 24.00 hours be west of "Mustamaa" for "Bengalen". Breckwoldt enter on new route and go to "Miramare".
	9. Sich.Div.
01.08.44
1636	Chef 3. and 25. Mins.Flott.
	Narwa - Patrol by day supply at the level of Leksa at anchor or underway, depending on situation. At the beginning of darkness transit to the east use speed of M-Boote so that supply are Leksa is reached at the beginning of day.
	9. Sich.Div.
01.08.44
1828	U-boats in Narwa Bay:
	In accordance with Radio Message 1636: From now also remain in position at night.
	9. Sich.Div.
02.08.44
0157	ßß
	Was attacked by aircraft.
	U-475
02.08.44
1318	On the basis of newer findings concerning sensitivity MZ part of TZ 3 is barred from now. Shoot T 1 only with AZ.
02.08.44
1302	9. Sich.Div.
	On 1 August no enemy sightings, individual day air. To Radio Message 0157/2/196: 2- and 1-engined aircraft attacked with bomb series and on board weapons. No damage, no failures.
	Stoeffler.

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03.08.44
0458	ßß
	Was attacked by aircraft.
	U-475
03.08.44
0514	ßß
	Was attacked by aircraft without success.
	U-475
03.08.44
1212	Andersen and Sons:
	Meeting point for relief 4 August 00.30 hours 59°35'N, 27°00'E. Until arrival "Sons" in position, "Stoeffler" occupies position 5-6.
	9. Sich.Div.
04.08.44
0210	Last Serial No. 0129, since 13.30 hours no Very Long Wavelength reception.
	Stoeffler.
04.08.44
1541	Stoeffler, Breckwoldt:
	4 August 24.00 hours be at Point 16a Route Violet for relief. Stoeffler to "Esplanade".
	9. Sich.Div.
04.08.44
1743	New Very Long Wavelength operation from now Transmitter "Nauen II" 13000 meters equals 23.08 khz. Program Times: 02.00-03.00, 06.00-07.00, 10.00-12.00, 14.00-15.00, 18.00-20.00, 22.00-23.00. Keying by Bernau. Standby for different Serial Nos.
	Radio Control
04.08.44
1950	9. Sich.Div.
	Request orders today 23.30 hours. Serial No. 0129.
	Stoeffler.
04.08.44
2243	Stoeffler, Breckwoldt:
	4 August 24.00 hours be at Point 16 a Route Violet for relief. Stoeffler afterwards "Esplanade". Confirm Radio Message.
	9. Sich.Div.
05.08.44
0154	Have not met Stoeffler, going to position.
	Breckwoldt.
05.08.44
0244	Stoeffler:
	Report carrying out relief.
	9. Sich.Div.
05.08.44
0257	To Radio Message 1541/4/0157:
	"Breckwoldt" not met, because point could not be reached. Have begun return transit. Request return to "Helsinki" require assistance for bearing casting for the main clutch "release sleeve".
	Stoeffler.

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05.08.44
0414	Stoeffler:
	Temporarily go to "Esplanade".
	9. Sich.Div.
05.08.44
0739	Made fast "Esplanade". Will attempt repairs with assistance from "OBERHAUSEN".
	Stoeffler.
08.08.44
1959	Warning Area "Tiger":
	60°07.5N 28°44.5E 60°07.5N 28°50.4E
	60°05.0N 28°54.5E 59°59.0N 28°50.5E
	59°59.0N 28°45.0E 59°57.0N 28°38.0E
	59°59.5N 28°34.5E 60°01.3N 28°34.5E
	9. Sich.Div.
09.08.44
1643	Experience Radio Message No. 143:
	On Radio Intercept Report: Aircraft sighted diving U-boat, deployed marker at diving location. To 2nd aircraft: Orders, to circle position at a radius of 5 nm. 3rd aircraft received instructions, to throw a depth charge every 20 minutes in the sighting area. Findings: Aircraft throw scare depth charges after roughly "holding", many bombs fall untargeted.
09.08.44
2208	Stoeffler:
	Report when ready for operations again.
	9. Sich.Div.
10.08.44
1158	9. Sich.Div.
	According to Doctor's findings anticipate being ready for operations from Monday.
	Stoeffler.
10.08.44
2348	To all U-boats:
	a) The presence of water in the barrel can prematurely trigger detonators in the secured state. Result a barrel detonator. b) Non-pressurized submarine ammunition that has been exposed to water pressure during diving, will not be fired.
	9. Sich.Div.
11.08.44
0904	Examinations and shooting with T5 for U-boats has confirmed, that it is expedient to make a change in the range limit between WS and NS in order to increase hit prospects in the T5 from U-boats. The change is made in the form of the step between WS and NS, namely at target speeds up to 14 knots at H target angle 115° (as before) at target speeds from 15 knots at H target angle 65°. Correct shooting instructions and value-tables provisionally.

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13.08.44
1114	9. Sich.Div.
	Operationally ready from tomorrow.
	Stoeffler.
14.08.44
1708	To all boats:
	All boats report direct, via M.V.O./ Finnish Flotte of if not otherwise possible by Radio Message up to 18 August to 9. Sich.Div.: 1) Status of outfitting with rod antenna, Fu.M.O., Artillery and Mine ejection gear.
	2) Expected time for exhaustion of combat force with indication of the date-determining item.
	9. Sich.Div.
16.08.44
1145	Urgent
	Stoeffler:
	Depart for operations area Schepel 29°E, 60°N 3 nm to the east and west on 18 August anticipated. Depart on Route 28 x so that the boat passes Ulkotammio lighthouse about 21.30 hours. Lighthouse manned from 21.00 hours to 23.00 hours. Transit via 143 D 26. Return transit 18 August evening on outbound route anticipated. Attempt to ventilate at night from 17/18 August to be able to transmit. Do not be seen. On outbound transit experience exchange with Nielsen in Grand Hotel. Report ready by Short Signal "Yes".
	9. Sich.Div.
16.08.44
1545	Urgent
	9. Sich.Div.
	Route 28x unknown. Request provide.
	Stoeffler.
16.08.44
1647	Kr KR
	Stoeffler:
	Route 28x
	60°26.4N 27°26.0E, 60°25.2N 27°26.9E, 60°20.0N 27°28.5E, 60°15.0N 27°34.0E. On the way "Blaudow" can give experiences. Blaudow lies at "Grand Hotel".
	9. Sich.Div.
16.08.44
1724	All U-boats:
	Report in writing status of outfitting with rescue means including emergency supply packets.
	9. Sich.Div.
16.08.44
2240	ßß
	"Yes".
	U-475

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17.08.44
0200	Urgent
	9. Sich.Div
	Made fast "Grand Hotel". Archipelago transit not possible due to heavy rain, visibility decreased to 50 meters at full darkness. After lightly grounding 4 times gave up. Will depart at the beginning of morning twilight.
	Stoeffler.
17.08.44
06.10	9.Sich.Div.
	Due to weather conditions, have shifted departure. Will pass "Ulkotammie" this evening at 21.30 hours.
	Stoeffler.
17.08.44
1755	Urgent
	U-Stoeffler:
	Depart today as yesterday. If due to visibility and weather necessitate free to depart earlier. Finnish U-boat runs today on the same route. Anticipate 23.00 hours and from their departure is not reachable. If due to visibility danger of surprise seems too great, then after departure lay on the bottom on Route 28 for 24 hours.
	9. Sich.Div.
17.08.44
2006	ßß
	Have begun outbound transit as scheduled.
	U-475
18.08.44
2310	Kr Kr
	6 torpedo boats, type Malli No. 116 and 1 steamer 16.30 hours Seivästö passed to the south.
	Stoeffler.
19.08.44
1145	Urgent
	U-Stoeffler:
	Night of 19/20 run in on Route 28 without escort. Supplemental for MVO Finnish Flotte: Measure "Ulkotammio" requested.
	9. Sich.Div.
19.08.44
1716	Urgent
	Stoeffler:
	Finnish U-boat departs 20 August 01.00 hours Route 28x.
	9. Sich.Div.
19.08.44
2330	9.Sich.Div.
	Arrival first on possible 21 August at early twilight. Request Ulkotammio from 01.00 hours. Today 18.00 hours 6 torpedo boats "Schepel" on easterly course.
	Stoeffler.

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20.08.44
1342	Urgent
	Stoeffler:
	About at the same time as you run in on Route 28x Finnish U-boat has no knowledge of your presence. Presence of Finnish U-boat and patrol vessels is to be expected.
	M.V.O. Finnish Flotte.
20.08.44
2317	Kr Kr
	To all: According to Finnish Intercept Report the Russians intend something special in area "Kurgolovo". Russians transmit increased attention to subordinate fleet units, because for these there is much work to do.
	M.V.O. Finnish Flotte.
21.08.44
0605	Arrived "Grand Hotel".
	U-Stoeffler.
21.08.44
1756	Staying at "Esplanade".
	Stoeffler.
24.08.44
0959	All U-boats:
	1) In operations area only use Radio Message if valuable enemy reports are present. With missed events only report if asked to do so.
	9. Sich.Div.
25.08.44
1150	Urgent
	1) Panke night of 25/26 August return on Route 28 x. Advantageous at lightness in the archipelago.
	2) Stoeffler when it gets dark depart on Route 28 x and then south of Narvi via 43 D 11 into operations area Schepel 60°N 29°E 3 nm to the east and west.
	3) Breckwoldt when it gets dark on same route go into square 43 D 23 and 25.
	4) MVO Finnish Flotte order measures.
	5) East of Seeigel attack on U-boats prohibited.
	9. Sich.Div.
25.08.44
1801	Urgent
	9. Sich.Div.
	Believe breakthrough north of "Narvi" favorable, because there are patrol vessels south of the position. Request approval only by Short Signal "Yes". 18.30 hours departing "Esplanade".
	Stoeffler.
25.08.44
2018	Kr Kr
	Stoeffler:
	Proceed south of "Narvi".
	9. Sich.Div.

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27.08.44
1142	Stoeffler and Breckwoldt:
	Because the possibility of charing or ventilating is not to be missed here, free to enter tonight. On outbound route.
	9. Sich.Div.
27.08.44
2301	9. Sich.Div.
	Return transit "Bengalen" east surfaced.
	Stoeffler.
28.08.44
1803	Urgent
	Officer-Only Quatsch.
	8. U,-Flottille Gkdos 972
03.09.44
0525	Kr Kr
	All: Finnish ships at sea summon under pretense, especially important steamers "GOTTFRIEF"m "NAJADE", "OTTO", in free travel with war material to Finland.
	M O K Ost.
03.09.44
1409	25. U.-Flottille Libau:
	Question, is our luggage there.
	U-475 (Stoeffler)
03.09.44
1526	Kr Kr
	All: Steamer "SYLT" 2 September from "Wismar", stop and escort to the next German harbor.
	Adm. östl. Ostsee.
03.09.44
1532	Kr Kr
	All: From now only use German Recognition Signals.
	Adm. östl. Ostsee.
04.09.44
0005	9. Sich.Div. , 8. U-Flottille:
	Position 00.00 hours naval square Anton Otto 2999 transit speed 9 knots. Vis. 6179, 9246 for Danzig. If luggage is in Libau enter there to take over.
	Stoeffler.
04.09.44
0741	Stoeffler
	Go to Libau, pick up luggage.
	MOK - Ost Fürstab.
04.09.44
1319	On 2 September evening the Finish Government decided [remaining few sentences are illegible. They concern the Finish Government agreeing to a ceasefire with Russia and the withdrawal of German Forces from Finland]
	M O K Ost. Fürstr.

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04.09.44
16.03	U-475 (Stoeffler)
	1) Make fast Holm Basin 2, Berth 4.
	2) Report time when boat made fast.
	Chef 8. U.-Flottille.
04.09.44
1705	M O K Ost Fürstr., 25. U-Flottille.
	To Serial No. 0197: Will run into Libau on 5 September at 00.60 [06.00?] hours. Request clarify [location of] luggage at this time, further a boat to instruct berth if required.
	U-475 (Stoeffler)
05.09.44
1154	Chef 8. U.-Flottille, 9. Sich. Div.
	To Radio Message 1603/4/0103: Departing Libau 12.00 hours. will make fast Holm Basin 2 on 6 September at 11.00 hours.
	U-475 (Stoeffler)
06.09.44
0925	9. Sich.Div., MOK Ost, Führstab
	Entered Danzig 10.00 hours. Radio secured. Teletype communications via 8. U.-Flottille.
	U-475 (Stoeffler)




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