U-853: The Last U-Boat Sunk in U.S. Waters

On 5/6 May 1945, the German U-Boat U-853 attacked and sunk the collier SS BLACK POINT. Shortly after, the United States Navy located and sunk the submarine. Located only six miles south of Point Judith, Rhode Island, U-853 rests in just over 100 feet of water. Artifacts were recovered at the time of her sinking and have since made their way to the museum.
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[@dawnwinn1957]

My Great Uncle was Captain Charles Prior, Captain Of the SS Blackpoint. I have often wondered about that day, when this U boat sank my Great Uncle's ship. Very good testament to history, facts are fascinating. Thank you very much!

[@jimmiles33]

What a story. Wow. A shame she sank recently. Would have been a great museum.

[@roysimmons3549]

The schnorkel was a Dutch invention which the Germans found in Rotterdam.

[@raymondclark1785]

That beginning with the turtle in clear blue water sure wasn't filmed in NE waters.