The Iconic Type 7 U-Boat: The Workhorse of the Battle of the Atlantic The Type VII U-boat was the definitive naval weapon of Nazi Germany during the Battle of the Atlantic. Entering service in 1936, the legendary VII-C variant achieved speeds of 17.7 knots on the surface and 7.6 knots while submerged. Bristling with five torpedo tubes and a powerful 88mm deck gun, these "Grey Wolves" were mass-produced to hunt in lethal wolf packs. Their rugged design and reliability allowed them to dominate All