After the sinking of Bismarck, German naval strategy switched from an emphasis on surface ships to an emphasis on submarine warfare.
Losses of British merchant ships became alarming, while the British sought countermeasures.
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Fanfare
Opening War Theme
“Dance to the Spirits of Fire,” from The Perfect Fool
Composed in 1922 by Gustav Holst. Public domain.
Performed by the United States Air Force Academy Band. Public domain recording. Source.
Closing War Theme
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Following Mark’s recommendation on Das Boot, I would like to recommend this short, lighter version made as student final project many years ago:
https://youtu.be/fggIEQRhyBo?si=0m-6jHQkC7_kTy7W