German submarine U-1019 facts for kids
U-995 Type VIIC/41 at the Laboe Naval Memorial. This U-boat is almost identical to U-1019.
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| Name | U-1019 |
| Ordered | 13 June 1942 |
| Builder | Blohm & Voss, Hamburg |
| Yard number | 219 |
| Laid down | 28 April 1943 |
| Launched | 22 March 1944 |
| Commissioned | 4 May 1944 |
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| Type | Type VIIC/41 submarine |
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| Height | 9.60 m (31 ft 6 in) |
| Draught | 4.74 m (15 ft 7 in) |
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| Complement | 44-52 officers & ratings |
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The German submarine U-1019 was a special type of submarine called a Type VIIC/41 U-boat. It was part of Nazi Germany's navy, the Kriegsmarine, during World War II.
This submarine was ordered in June 1942. It was built in Hamburg by Blohm & Voss. U-1019 was launched in March 1944. It officially joined the navy in May 1944, led by Commander Hans Rinck.
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Understanding the U-1019 Submarine Design
The U-1019 was a Type VIIC/41 submarine. These were improved versions of the earlier Type VIIC submarines.
Size and Weight of U-1019
When on the surface, U-1019 weighed about 769 tonnes (757 long tons). When it was underwater, it weighed more, around 871 tonnes (857 long tons). The submarine was about 67.10 meters (220 ft 2 in) long overall. Its main body, called the pressure hull, was 50.50 meters (165 ft 8 in) long.
The submarine was 6.20 meters (20 ft 4 in) wide. Its height was 9.60 meters (31 ft 6 in). The part of the submarine underwater, known as its draught, was 4.74 meters (15 ft 7 in).
How U-1019 Moved and Operated
U-1019 used two powerful diesel engines when it was on the surface. These engines produced between 2,800 and 3,200 horsepower. When underwater, it switched to two electric motors. These motors provided 750 horsepower.
The submarine had two propellers, each about 1.23 meters (4 ft 0 in) wide. It could dive to depths of up to 230 meters (750 ft).
Speed and Travel Range
On the surface, U-1019 could travel at a maximum speed of 17.7 knots (32.8 km/h; 20.4 mph). Underwater, its top speed was 7.6 knots (14.1 km/h; 8.7 mph).
When submerged, the submarine could travel about 80 nmi (150 km; 92 mi) at a speed of 4 knots (7.4 km/h; 4.6 mph). On the surface, it had a much longer range. It could go 8,500 nmi (15,700 km; 9,800 mi) at 10 knots (19 km/h; 12 mph).
Weapons and Crew
U-1019 was equipped with five torpedo tubes. Four were at the front (bow) and one was at the back (stern). It could carry 14 torpedoes or 26 Naval mines.
For defense, it had several guns:
- One 8.8 cm (3.5 in) deck gun with 220 rounds.
- One 3.7 cm (1.5 in) anti-aircraft (AA) gun.
- Two 2 cm (0.79 in) anti-aircraft (AA) guns.
The submarine usually had a crew of 44 to 52 officers and sailors.
U-1019 Service History
Before February 1945, U-1019 was fitted with a Schnorchel. This device allowed the submarine to use its diesel engines and get fresh air while staying underwater.
First and Only War Patrol
On February 1, 1945, U-1019 began its first, and only, war patrol. It left Horten, Norway. About 16 days into its journey, on February 16, 1945, the submarine was attacked. A Polish-crewed Wellington aircraft from the 304/Q Squadron RAF attacked it west of the Hebrides. U-1019 only suffered minor damage from this attack.
The submarine arrived in Trondheim, Norway, on April 9, 1945. It had been on patrol for 68 days without any further incidents.
Surrender and Final Fate
U-1019 surrendered on May 9, 1945, in Trondheim. This was at the end of World War II. On May 29, 1945, it was moved to Loch Ryan in Scotland.
U-1019 was one of 116 U-boats chosen for Operation Deadlight. This was an operation where Allied forces sank captured German U-boats. On December 7, 1945, U-1019 was towed out to sea and sunk by naval gunfire.
Today, the wreck of U-1019 lies at 55°27′N 07°56′W / 55.450°N 7.933°W.
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