The Story of the U-85

The Battle of the Atlantic during World War II occurred right off the shores of coastal North Carolina. German U-boats, including the U-85, patrolled the waters off the Outer Banks waiting for Allied targets to cross their path. On April 13th, 1942, just after midnight, the U-85 was only miles from the Bodie Island Lighthouse when it came in contact with the USS Roper.

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Great historical piece about the Battle of the Atlantic.