07-14-2005, 06:50 PM
Nothing is full proof, but zigzagging entire convoys made it more difficult for subs to plot and follow their direction. Of course travelling on a straight course increases the odds of getting shot and or sunk.
This also applies to larger vessels sailing on their own. Here is an account of a the USS Indianapolis and their captain going up for court-martial for failing to zig-zag and stay out of harms way.
Marion J Chard
Proud Daughter of Walter (Monday) Poniedzialek
540th Engineer Combat Regiment, 2833rd Bn, H&S Co, 4th Platoon
There's "No Bridge Too Far"
Proud Daughter of Walter (Monday) Poniedzialek
540th Engineer Combat Regiment, 2833rd Bn, H&S Co, 4th Platoon
There's "No Bridge Too Far"