U-boats that Evaded Surrender: The Cases of U-530 and U-977

Explore the intriguing stories of U-boats U-530 and U-977 that evaded surrender after WWII.

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Yes, some U-boats did not surrender. Notably, U-530 and U-977 evaded immediate surrender and sought refuge in Argentina after Germany's formal surrender in May 1945. Their later surrender raised many speculations and conspiracy theories.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Why didn't U-530 and U-977 surrender immediately after WWII? These U-boats evaded the Allied forces and sought refuge in Argentina, leading to various speculations regarding their activities.
  2. What are some conspiracy theories about the U-boats? Many theories suggest that U-530 and U-977 had secret missions or connections after the war, contributing to their delayed surrender.
  3. How many U-boats surrendered at the end of WWII? Thousands of U-boats surrendered, but a few, like U-530 and U-977, took a different path, which has sparked historical debate.

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