How did German U-boats surrender at end of WW2? Was it done at a particular time? Did they go to specific locations? How were they informed?
Many U-boats were at sea or in port when the “Regenbogen” order was given to surrender on May 3, 1945. This was not as easy as it might sound since a submarine suddenly appearing out of the water was a target, even if it meant to surrender. Many Ger…