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Western Approaches HQ on Twitter: "German U Boat crews were all volunteers and there was not shortage of volunteers despite the horrific losses and the appalling conditions under which they worked. https://t.co/MzQTrlDIR5" /
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U-Boat Badge with Screw back! U-boat commander - Germany: Third Reich: Wehrmacht Medals, Decorations & Awards - Gentleman's Military Interest Club
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