Commmander U-47 to BdU
Date/Time: 5NOV1939 2100HRS
Current position: AM3236
Came across a polish tramp steamer approx. 200km SW of Norwegian coast. Dove to periscope depth, obtained a position 90 degrees off port side of target's course. Obtained speed using fixed wire. Fired one torp at 000 gyro. 3m depth, fast speed, impact pistol. Ship sunk! 3000GRT
Spotted a British Large Merchant in vicinity north of Lerwick. Obtained speed using fixed wire, fired two torps, 4m depth, fast, impact. Ship Sunk! 10175GRT
Spotted British small merchant in Vicinity of AM3236. obtained speed with fixed wire. One torp, fast, impact, 3m. Ship Sunk! 3000GRT
Damage: None
Torps Expended: 4 type G7a steam driven
Status: Continuing patrol as ordered
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