U.S.S. BERGALL (SS-320) — war patrol report SS-320_BERGALL.pdf

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SS320/A16-3/A9
Serial 0102

[STAMP: DECLASSIFIED]
C O N F I D E N T I A L.

U.S.S. BERGALL
(SS-320)

c/o Fleet Post Office
San Francisco, Calif.,
8 November 1944.

From: The Commanding Officer:
To: The Commander-in-Chief, United States Fleet.
Via: (1) Commander Submarine Squadron Twenty-Six.
(2) Commander Submarines, Seventh Fleet.
(3) Commander Seventh Fleet.

SUBJECT: USS BERGALL (SS320) - Report of First War Patrol.

Enclosure: (A) Subject report.
(B) Track chart.
(C) Track chart.
(D) Track Chart.

1. Enclosures (A), (B), (C) and (D), covering the first
war patrol of this vessel conducted in the South China Sea dur-
ing the period 8 September 1944 to 8 November 1944, are forwarded
herewith.

[SIGNATURE: J. M. HYDE]
J. M. HYDE.

DECLASSIFIED ART. 0445, OPNAVINST 5510.1C
BY [HANDWRITTEN: OP-09B9C] DATE [HANDWRITTEN: 5/24/72]

[STAMP: DECLASSIFIED]

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CONFIDENTIAL
Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL -- Report of FIRST War Patrol.

Sept. 21, 1944
1654 (I) Picked up small boat by high periscope.
           Closed. Found five Jap soldiers in uniform,
           unarmed in boat, apparently escaped from
           Saipan or Guam. Could see no radio or
           equipment though boat was alongside bump-
           ing us and we could see inside from the
           bridge. Japs made gestures which indicated
           they wanted us to leave them alone and
           that we were the scum of the earth.
           Decided against giving them food and
           continued on our way.
           Lat. - 16° 41' N. Long. - 138° 33' E.

Sept. 22, 1944
1545 (I) Sighted submarine (SHIP CONTACT #1) by
           high periscope about eight miles, bearing
           323°T. His position: Lat. - 18° 50' N.,
           Long. - 133° 45' E. His course about
           110°T. He dove as soon as we had his true
           bearing. We went around him with the
           intention of going back to look after dark.
           Sent contact report. His silhouette
           looked unlike our boats in that there was
           no periscope support visible. However, at
           that range, it might not have been seen.
           Conning tower was large and flat. The
           forward part of the main deck could just
           be seen when he was on top of a swell.
           Nothing seen from bridge.

1930 (I) Received message from ComSubPac indicating
           that contact was probably one of our boats
           since two of them were due to pass us
           shortly.

2215 (I) SJ Radar interference from another SJ.

Sept. 23, 1944
0115 (I) SJ Radar interference from another SJ.

0830 (I) It dawned on me that the two radar con-
           tacts were too far apart to be the same
           friendly submarine and that the one
           sighted probably was enemy.

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CONFIDENTIAL
Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL -- Report of FIRST War Patrol.

1903 (H)
    Surfaced in rain squalls and commenced
    patrolling a line 160° - 340° T. passing
    Cape Varella 15,000 yards abeam. Past
    performance of our SJ indicated this would
    cover all ships of fair size passing within
    15 miles of Cape Varella.

2300 (H)
    Picked up fairly strong radar signals on
    130 mos. Signal not strong enough to
    indicate that we were picked up (See Para M).
    Believed this to be shore based or plane
    but later doubted this too. Bearings too
    indefinite to warrant search.

Sept. 30, 1944
    Conducted surface and submerged patrol as
    yesterday.

Oct. 1, 1944
1225 (H)
    Submerged off Varella, patrolling as before.
    Sighted small coastal AK (70-100 tons)
    (SHIP CONTACT #3). Believed more to be
    gained by waiting for larger ship than by
    trying to hit a small shallow draft vessel
    with MK. 23 torpedoes. Not able to get in
    for a stern shot with MK. 18's.

Oct. 2, 1944
    Submerged off Varella, patrolling as before.
1300 (H)
    Sighted two self propelled barges heading
    south close to coast. (SHIP CONTACT #4).
1330 (H)
    Sighted small AK running north close to
    coast (SHIP CONTACT #5). Beginning to
    weaken now. Watching these spit kits go
    by is annoying but this one doesn't look
    large enough to warrant torpedo expenditure.

Oct. 3, 1944
    Submerged off Varella as before.
0925 (H)
    Sighted very small AK going north along
    coast (SHIP CONTACT #6). Let him go by.

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CONFIDENTIAL

Subject: U.S.S. HARGALL -- Report of FIRST War Patrol.

The set up now looked like this: -- First
ship an AO of about 2,000 tons on course
south; Second ship, a new AK of about 4,000
tons about 1,000 yards astern of the first
and obviously the most important target.
First escort bore about 300°, distance
1,500 yards relative to first ship. Second
escort bore 250°, distance about 1,500 yards
to second ship. Course of formation 180°T.
with the beach 3,500 yards on their starboard
hand. Decided against firing from a position
between targets and beach for following
reasons: ---

(a) Both ships could not be effectively
fired at from stern tubes only and the
necessary run of MK. 23 torpedoes
using the bow tubes would force us
dangerously close to the beach.

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CONFIDENTIAL
Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL -- Report of FIRST War Patrol.

0917 (H)         Scraped the bottom in 252 feet of water
                 damaging the QC-JK sound head. Gave thanks
                 that on rigging for depth charge someone
                 remembered to rig in the QB.

1355 (H)         Last JP contact on screws.

1416 (H)         Last depth charge. Since a depth charge
                 had been dropped each time sound reported
                 everything quiet decided to stay down
                 until 1600 (H).

1604 (H)         At periscope depth now over 20 miles off
                 coast. All clear.

1851 (H)         Surfaced. Headed out for two days patrol
                 in traffic lanes.

Oct. 14, 15, 1944 Patrolling shipping lanes 90 to 120 miles
                 off coast on surface day and night. No
                 contacts.

Oct. 16, 1944    Returned to scene of last attack to patrol
                 from that spot southward across the mouth
                 of Camrahn Bay. Went in close to beach to
                 see if our victim could have beached him-
                 self. Thorough examination of the beach
                 revealed nothing. The current runs south
                 along the coast with a set of about 1 to
                 1-1/2 knots so it would not be likely to
                 find any floating debris.

1805 (H)         Sighted small patrol vessel in Camrahn Bay
                 (SHIP CONTACT #14).

2100 (H)         Received orders to patrol line from Cape
                 Varella to North Danger Shoal west of 112° E.
                 Reported results to date and headed for
                 station.

Oct. 17, 18, 1944 Patrolling assigned station, surfaced day
                 and night. No contacts.

Oct. 19, 1944    Patrolling as before.

0345 (H)         Headed southwest to cover area 120 miles
                 towards Singapore.

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CONFIDENTIAL

Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL --- Report of FIRST War Patrol.

(o) The bridge, on the forward peep, and
    the superstructure and stack aft were
    made out by three officers on the
    bridge. The small superstructure
    amidships was seen by two. No one
    saw any masts and the stacks looked
    like one stubby stack because the
    angle on the bow was nearly 90°.

0339 12     First of four explosions seen and heard. We
            now had the target on our port quarter.

0339 20     Second explosion accompanied by a large
            sheet of flame.

0339 26     Third explosion seen and heard.

0339 33     Fourth explosion seen and heard. Minor
            explosions could be heard between the
            torpedo hits.

0341 (H)    Escort astern of target turned towards us.
            His range was steady at 3,900 yards for a
            minute and then began to fall off.

0346 (H)    Commenced reload forward.

0349 (H)    Felt and heard first of 14 depth charges
            lasting until - 0418 (H).

0352 (H)    Target pip began to disappear. The other
            three ships were still on the screen.

0359 (H)    Target pip disappeared at 13,000 yards. It
            had dropped well astern of the leading ship
            which did not disappear from the screen
            until the range was 23,400 yards.

            Did not chase leading ship because of
            the following: -

            (a) He was heading down between Sunken
                Barrier Shoals and the coast of
                Borneo through water in which we
                could not dive.

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## The U.S.S. Bergall's First War Patrol: A Glimpse into WWII Submarine Operations

This document, marked "CONFIDENTIAL," provides a fascinating, albeit brief, report from the U.S.S. BERGALL's first war patrol. Dated in late October and early November 1944, it details several key events, offering a window into the daily life and encounters of a submarine crew during World War II.

The report begins with the submarine surfacing at 1625 (H) and setting a course to clear the area and head for Fremantle at 1800 (H). The next day, October 29th, 1944, the Bergall was "Enroute area to base."

A significant event occurred on October 30th, 1944, at 1800 (H):
"Sighted submarine on surface bearing 250°T., distance 6 miles. Turned away to port and saw him do likewise. His silhouette looked British. Position: Lat.- 2° 41' N. Long.- 107° 58' E." This encounter highlights the constant vigilance required during wartime patrols, even when encountering what appeared to be an allied vessel.

On October 31st, 1944, at 2000 (H), the Bergall "Passed narrowest part of Karimata Strait without incident." This suggests a potentially hazardous or strategically important passage that was navigated successfully.

The report continues into

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CONFIDENTIAL
Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL -- Report of FIRST War Patrol.

2102 (H) Target ceased firing and gave up the chase.
2107 (H) Slowed to standard and continued on our way.
2230 (H) Fairly strong APR contact. Swung ship to
         get bearing. Appears to be situated on
         southwest corner of Lombok (See radar notes).

3 Nov. 1944
0510 (H) Exchanged recognition signals and greetings
         with JACK and PARGO.

7 Nov. 1944
1050 (H) Exchanged recognition signals and greetings
         with MINGO.

8 Nov. 1944
0500 (H) Made rendezvous off Rottnest.

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CONFIDENTIAL
Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL -- Report of FIRST War Patrol.
S. BERGALL -- Report of FIRST War Patrol.
pip faded due to excess range.

At 265 mc/s had four or five contacts which are
presumed to have been noise. These are not listed. A video
signal was never observed, only a weak audio tone, about
1200 o.p.s.

At about 450 mc/s a video pulse gave trouble
throughout the whole patrol. This was definitely a fault in
the APR, and was eventually located.

Contact #12 considered to be a friendly set
based at Exmouth. If so, information that we could expect to
pick up such a set would have been helpful. We were forced to
consider contact enemy, and to maneuver accordingly.
Contact made 200 miles from Exmouth. Still
present at 250 miles 0500, 6 November (GOT).

Radar Interference
Two contacts were made, both with friendly
submarines,
The first contact was made at 2215 (I),
22 September 1944.
The second contact was made 150 miles south
of Lombok with the JACK and PARGO. Contact was made at 10
to 12 miles.

Casualties
No SJ casualties of importance were experienced
during this patrol. Several minor repairs were effected, but
all except one during daylight hours.
The antenna rotation mechanism is clumsy. More
flexibility is needed in shifting from hand to power. A
larger PPI scope would be highly advantageous. When working
close to coast it is often difficult to distinguish small
islands and rocks from ships. This could be accomplished
much more easily with a larger scope.

Information is needed on all allied radar sets
likely to be encountered, particularly British and Dutch
submarines and planes, and those land based stations through
whose transmission range we pass.

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CONFIDENTIAL
Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL -- Report of FIRST War Patrol.

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CONFIDENTIAL
Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL -- Report of FIRST War Patrol.

(o) DENSITY LAYERS =

    1. 26-28 Oct. 1944: Westward approach to
    Balabao - no appreciable temperature gradient in evidence
    down to 200 feet. No appreciable afternoon effect.

    2. 22 Oct. 1944: Entrance Gulf Siam
    (6°45'S., 105°16' E.). No temperature gradient or afternoon
    effect noticed.

    3. 28 Sept. -- 16 Oct.: Off Annam Coast (Cape
    Varella to Cape Padaran) two to eight miles distant from the
    beach. General conditions discovered were as follows:

        (a) No appreciable afternoon effect.

        (b) Isothermal layer (less than 1° negative
        gradient per 100 feet) down to between 80 and 160
        feet.

        (c) Immediately under (b) a steep negative
        gradient of from 3° to 10° and of a thickness
        between 25 to 45 feet.

        (d) From beneath (c) to 400 feet a gradual
        negative gradient of from 3° to 8° per 100 feet.

        (e) Greatest ballast differential (peri-
        scope depth to 400 feet) was 12,000 pounds.

        (f) See drawing on following page for
        sample bathythermograph card of the "evasion
        dive". This shows the typical conditions
        excepting that the pronounced gradient is usually
        more pronounced and the gradient from beneath the
        pronounced gradient to 400 feet is steeper
        (5° - 8° / 100 feet.) at distances 6 to 10 miles
        from beach. Evasive dive was made 4,500 yards
        from beach.

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Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL -- Report of FIRST War Patrol.

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CONFIDENTIAL

Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL -- Report of FIRST War Patrol.

(S) DURATION -

Days enroute to area - - - 19
Days in area - - - - - 31
Days enroute to base - - - 10
Days submerged - - - - - 13

(T) FACTORS OF ENDURANCE REMAINING -

Torpedoes Fuel (gals.) Provisions (days) Personnel
                                                              Factor (Days)
11 2,500 30 10

Limiting Factor this Patrol: FUEL.

(U) REMARKS -

More information on previous patrols in this
area particularly where contacts had been made would have been
helpful. It was difficult to decide how much time to spend
along the coast and how much outside in the sea lanes.

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SUBMARINE SQUADRON TWENTY-SIX
c/o Fleet Post Office
San Francisco, California

14 November 1944.

A16-3
Serial 01
CONFIDENTIAL.

1st Endorsement to
USS BERGALL ltr. A16-3/A9
Serial 0102 of 11/8/44.

From: Commander Submarine Squadron Twenty-Six.
To: Commander-in-Chief, United States Fleet. [HANDWRITTEN: 12 04294]
Via: (1) Commander Submarines, Seventh Fleet.
(2) Commander Seventh Fleet.

SUBJECT: USS BERGALL (SS320) - Report of First War Patrol.

1. The first war patrol of BERGALL covered a period of
sixty days, 31 of which were spent in the South China Sea Area.
The patrol commenced at Pearl Harbor, T.H., and terminated at
Fremantle, W.A.

2. Area coverage was good and most of the patrol was
made on the surface. Twelve enemy aircraft contacts were made
and two of them dropped bombs or depth charges. There were four
worthwhile ship contacts and three of these were developed into
effective torpedo attacks. The fourth, a fleet type destroyer,
was observed at a range too great to be closed. A total of
eleven torpedoes were fired for seven hits on three targets.

3. Torpedo Attack No. 1. On 9 October a submerged
approach was made on a small coastal AK (about 700 tons) and
three Mark 18 torpedoes fired. One of these hit and completely
demolished the target.

Torpedo Attack No. 2. On 13 October a submerged
approach on a medium AK and small AO in convoy resulted in two
hits out of four Mark 23 torpedoes fired at the AK. Prompt and
persistent depth charging by the escorts prevented further
attack on the small tanker.

Torpedo Attack No. 3. On 27 October a night sur-
face attack was made on two large tankers, escorted by two des-
troyers. Four hits, from six Mark 23 torpedoes fired, were
followed by disappearance of pip from radar screen. Counter
attack by the escorts was ineffective, and BERGALL avoided on
the surface. Shallow water, the proximity of navigational
dangers, and impending daylight caused the Commanding Officer
to abandon any attempt to attack the second ship of this convoy.

Gun Attack No. 1. On 3 October a small cargo craft
was attacked by gunfire which was ineffective, due to excessive
range, and inaccurate gun pointing. The target turned toward
the beach, and the attack was abandoned immediately before
arrival of an enemy plane.

[HANDWRITTEN: +]
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FE24-71/A16-3
Serial 01446
C-O-N-F-I-D-E-N-T-I-A-L

UNITED STATES NAVY

12a/pr
25 November 1944.

12 04294

SECOND ENDORSEMENT to:
USS BERGALL Conf. Ltr.
A16-3/A9 Serial 0102,
dated 8 November 1944.
Report of First War Patrol.

From: The Commander Submarines, SEVENTH FLEET.
To: The Commander in Chief, UNITED STATES FLEET.
Via: The Commander, SEVENTH FLEET.

Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL (SS320) - Report of First War
Patrol - Comment on.

1. BERGALL's First War Patrol was conducted in the
SOUTH CHINA SEA off the INDO-CHINA coast in the general vicinity
of CAPE VARELLA.

2. While patrolling close to the coast BERGALL
encountered the usual heavy stream of small ship traffic and came
to the conclusion that important traffic would be found further off
shore. After patrolling well off shore for four days BERGALL
returned to the coast in the vicinity of PHANRANG BAY and demolished
a small AK with one hit from three torpedoes. After another un-
productive period off shore, the Commanding Officer returned to the
coast again and was rewarded by the opportunity to sink a medium
AK north of CAMRANH BAY.

3. The third attack was made while performing offensive
reconnaissance west of BALABAC STRAIT. One of two very large tank-
ers, escorted by two destroyers, was sunk in a night surface attack
Four hits were made in spite of the long range.

4. The award of the Submarine Combat Insignia is author-
ized for this patrol.

5. The Force Commander welcomes BERGALL's Commanding
Officer, Officers and Crew to this Force, and congratulates them
on a fine first war patrol in which the following damage was in-
flicted on the enemy:

SUNK
1 - SMC (Coastal AK - EU) 700 Tons (Attack No.1)
1 - AK (Medium - EU) 4,000 Tons (Attack No.2)
1 - AO (Similar KIKUYO MARU - EC) 16,800 Tons (Attack No.3)
Total 21,500 Tons

ORIGINAL COPY R. W. CHRISTIE.
[SIGNATURE: R. W. Christie]
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FE24-71/A16-3
Serial: 01446
C-O-N-F-I-D-E-N-T-I-A-L

UNITED STATES NAVY

12a/ar
25 November 1944.

SECOND ENDORSEMENT to:
USS BERGALL Conf. Ltr.
A16-3/A9 Serial 0102,
dated 8 November 1944.
Report of First War Patrol.

Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL (SS320) - Report of First War
Patrol - Comment on.

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A16-3(F-3-4/wmw)
Serial: [HANDWRITTEN: 033 45]

CONFIDENTIAL

UNITED STATES FLEET
COMMANDER SEVENTH FLEET

Reg. No. [HANDWRITTEN: 16 319]
R. S. No. [HANDWRITTEN: 12 04234]

[HANDWRITTEN: 1 4 DEC 1944]

THIRD ENDORSEMENT to:
USS BERGALL conf. ltr.
A16-3/A9 Serial 0102
dated 8 November 1944.
Report First War Patrol.

From: Commander SEVENTH Fleet.
To : Commander in Chief, United States Fleet.

Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL (SS320) - Report of First War
Patrol - Comment on.

1. Forwarded.

2. It is noted with great satisfaction that the first
War Patrol of the U.S.S. BERGALL (SS320) resulted in the sinking
of a large AO of 16,800 tons, a medium AK of 4000 tons and a small
SMC of 700 tons - a total of 21,500 tons.

3. Although many contacts were made with smaller vessels
these were left unmolested in order to increase the chances of
contacting bigger game. The Commanding Officer displayed good
judgment and initiative and skill in executing his attacks.

[SIGNATURE: J. H. Long]
J. H. LONG
By direction/

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SS320/A16-3/49
(Nm) (MY2)

U.S.S. BERGALL
(SS-320)

Serial ( 0113 )
[STAMP: DECLASSIFIED]

Fleet Post Office,
San Francisco, California.

23 December 1944.

From: The Commanding Officer, U.S.S. BERGALL.
To: The Commander-in-Chief, U.S. Fleet.

Via: (1) Commander Submarine Division TWO-SIXTY-TWO.
(2) Commander Submarine Squadron TWENTY-SIX.
(3) Commander Task Force SEVENTY-ONE.
(4) Commander, U.S. SEVENTH Fleet.

Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL (SS-320) -- Report of SECOND
War Patrol.

Enclosure: (A) Subject Report.
(B) Track Chart.
(C) Navigational Time Plot of Attack.
(D) Plot of torpedo firing.

1. Enclosures (A), (B) and (C), covering the SECOND
War Patrol of this vessel conducted in the South China Sea
during the period 2 December 1944 to 23 December 1944, are for-
warded herewith.

[SIGNATURE: J. M. HYDE.]

[STAMP: DECLASSIFIED-ART. 0445, OPNAVINST 5510.1C]
BY [HANDWRITTEN: OP09B25] DATE [HANDWRITTEN: 5/24/22]
[STAMP: DECLASSIFIED]

[HANDWRITTEN: 105599]

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CONFIDENTIAL
Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL - Report of SECOND War Patrol.

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## **U.S.S. BERGALL - Report of SECOND War Patrol.**

**(H) ATTACK DATA (Continued)**

| | #1 | #2 | #3 | #4 | #5 | #6 |
| :| :----- | :----- | :----- | :----- | :----- | :----- |
| Tubes Fired | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Track angle | 112P. | 114 P. | 115.5 P. | 117.5 P. | 119 P. | 121 P. |
| Gyro angle | 347½ | 343 | 342 | 340 | 339 | 338½ |
| Depth set | 6 feet | 6 feet | 6 feet | 6 feet | 6 feet | 6 feet |
| Power | ----- | ----- | ----- | ----- | ----- | ----- |
| Hit or Miss | Hit | Hit | ? | ? | ? | ? |
| Erratic | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Mark Torpedo | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 |
| Serial No. | 49916 | 49735 | 62443 | 62870

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FE24-71/A16-3
Serial 063
C-O-N-F-I-D-E-N-T-I-A-L

UNITED STATES NAVY

12b/pr
11 January 1945.

SECOND ENDORSEMENT
USS BERGALL Conf. Ltr.
A16-3/A9 Serial 0113,
dated 23 December, 1944.
Report of Second War
Patrol.

From: The Commander Submarines, SEVENTH FLEET.
To: The Commander in Chief, UNITED STATES FLEET.
Via: The Commander, SEVENTH FLEET.

Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL (SS320) - Report of Second War
Patrol - Comment on.

1. The Second War Patrol of the BERGALL was shortened
by serious battle damage received on her first attack while
proceeding to assigned area off INDO-CHINA coast.

2. At 1755, 13 December, BERGALL sighted a target at
great range, and immediately commenced to execute a daring plan of
attack. The water near ROYALIST BANK off the southern coast of
INDO-CHINA, is so shallow, twelve to fourteen fathoms with several
six fathom spots, that submerged attack, or submerged retirement,
was unlikely of successful achievement. This fact was clearly in
the mind of the Commanding Officer from 1755 until the action was
complete. The prospect of being trapped by escorts if sighted did
not alter his determination to attack any target worthy of the
ultimate risk. Even after successfully destroying one heavy cruiser,
BERGALL decided to go back and attack the remaining major target, and
it was at this time that she was holed by an eight inch shell. The
details of her attack and subsequent retirement are clearly and
completely covered in the First Endorsement by Comsubron Twenty Six,
and the remarks concerning the brilliance of planning involved and
of the indomitability of the Commanding Officer, Officers and Crew
are fully concurred in.

3. The award of the Submarine Combat Insignia is
authorized for this patrol.

4. The attack by BERGALL on this occasion and the
achievement of her Commanding Officer in bringing his ship back to
port through confined enemy controlled waters is considered an
outstanding achievement. The Commanding Officer, Officers and Crew
of the BERGALL are congratulated for having inflicted the following
damage upon the enemy:

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3320/A16-3/A9
U.S.S. BERGALL
(SS-320)

Serial ( 02 )
[STAMP: DECLASSIFIED]

From:
To:

Via:

Subject:

Enclosure:

Annex:

1.
War Patrol of this
South China Sea dur
1945, are forwarded

Fleet Post Office,
San Francisco, California.

17 February 1945.

The Commanding Officer, U.S.S. BERGALL.
The Commander in Chief, U.S. FLEET.

Official Channels.

U.S.S. BERGALL (SS-320) -- Report of THIRD
War Patrol.

(A) Subject Report.
(B) Track Charts.

(A) MK.27 Torpedo Attack Data (SECRET).
Forwarded under separate cover.

Enclosures (A) and (B), covering the THIRD
vessel conducted in Lombok Strait and the
ing the period 19 January 1945 to 17 February
herewith.

John M. HYDE.
[STAMP: DECLASSIFIED]

[STAMP: DECLASSIFIED-ART. 0445, OPNAVINST 5510.1C]
BY [HANDWRITTEN: OP-09B9C] DATE [HANDWRITTEN: 5/24/72]

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The provided image is a document with the title "CONFIDENTIAL" and details about a "TORPEDO ATTACK #2" by the "USS BERGALL (SS320)" during its "WAR PATROL #3." It contains a table of "Fire Control and Torpedo Data" for six torpedoes, followed by general information about the attack and patrol.

Here's the transcription:

CONFIDENTIAL
Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL - Report of THIRD War Patrol.

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CONFIDENTIAL
Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL - Report of THIRD War Patrol.

(N) SOUND GEAR AND SOUND CONDITIONS -
    No comment (See Item (K), Major Defects and Damage).

(O) DENSITY LAYERS -
    Latitude: 15°43'30" N.
    Longitude: 110°54'25" E. (DRAI).

    Date: 2/13/45 GCT: 0530.

    Isothermal 79.5°F. from surface to 200 feet, then
    sharp gradient to 74.0°F. at 425 feet approaching asymptote isoballast
    line at this point.

(P) HEALTH, FOOD, AND HABITABILITY -
    Excellent throughout patrol.

(Q) PERSONNEL -
    (a) No. of men on board during patrol75
    (b) No. of men qualified at start of patrol---- 52
    (c) No. of men qualified at end of patrol------ 58
    (d) No. of unqualified men making their first-- 3
                                            patrol----
    (e) No. of men advanced in rating during       0
                                            patrol----
    NOTE: One StM2c transferred on
          NavMed.Form "G" on 14th day
          of patrol.

(R) MILES STEAMED - FUEL USED -
    Base (Fremantle) to Area - - - 1,770 miles; 20,000 gallons.
    In Area: 3,800 miles; 30,700 gallons.
    Area to Base (Subic Bay: - - - 500 miles; 6,000 gallons.

(S) DURATION -
    Days enroute to area: - - - 6
    Days in area: - - - - - - 20
    Days enroute to base: - - - 2
    Days submerged: - - - - - 11

(T) FACTORS OF ENDURANCE REMAINING -
    Torpedoes (No.) | Fuel (gals.) | Provisions(days) | Personnel
    4               | 35           | 35               | Factor (days)
                                                      | 35

(U) REMARKS - None.

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FC5-12/A16-3
Serial 034

CONFIDENTIAL
FIRST ENDORSEMENT
U.S.S. BERGALL Report
of Third War Patrol.

From: The Commander Submarine Squadron TWELVE.
To : The Commander in Chief, United States FLEET.
Via : (1) The Commander Submarines, SEVENTH FLEET.
      (2) The Commander SEVENTH FLEET.

Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL (SS320) - Report of Third War
         Patrol.

1. BERGALL's third war patrol was of 28 days duration, 20
of which were spent in the assigned areas north of the Barrier and in
the South China Sea.

2. The Commanding Officer's choices as to the locations to
be patrolled in the assigned areas are considered excellent and worthy
of note.

3. In the early part of the patrol four attacks were made
two of which were successful and are covered under separate report.

4. A convoy of 2 large tankers escorted by 4 escorts, which
were probably DE's, were sighted while submerged about two miles off
CAMRANH BAY. A total of six torpedoes were fired at a time when there
was little open water between the two tankers. Three timed hits were
made; two on the more distant tanker and one on the closer one.
Immediately after the firing it was noted that one of the escorts had
already started for the BERGALL. A few minutes later a terrific depth
charge barrage commenced and a total of about 100 depth charges were
dropped in the next three hours.

5. The last attack was made on a battleship which was in a
task force of two battleships, one heavy cruiser, and three destroyers
that were sighted while BERGALL was submerged on patrol line. Six
torpedoes were fired at a range of 4800 yards and one timed hit was
heard. One of the destroyers left the formation for a period long
enough to drop 15 depth charges which severely shook the boat but
fortunately caused minor damage only.

6. The BERGALL is in excellent material condition, consider-
able credit being due the ship's personnel for the thorough manner in
which they corrected defects and casualties as they became evident.
Practically all repairs required during refit were beyond the capacity
of the ship's force; much routine had been carefully accomplished before
arrival. Refit is being conducted by GRIFFIN and Relief Crew 122.

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SUBMARINE SQUADRON TWELVE

Care of Fleet Post Office,
San Francisco, California,
21 February 1945.

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FC5-12/A16-3

Sorial 034

CONFIDENTIAL
FIRST ENDORSEMENT to
U.S.S. BERGALL Report
of Third War Patrol.

Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL (SS320) - Report of Third War
Patrol.

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FE24-71/A16-3                               UNITED STATES NAVY                               14/le
Serial 0564
C-O-N-F-I-D-E-N-T-I-A-L                                                               21 March 1945.

SECOND ENDORSEMENT to:
USS BERGALL Conf. Ltr.
A16-3/A9 Serial 02, dated
17 February 1945. Report
of Third War Patrol.

From:             The Commander Submarines, SEVENTH FLEET.
To:               The Commander in Chief, UNITED STATES FLEET.
Via:              The Commander SEVENTH FLEET.

Subject:          U.S.S. BERGALL (SS320) - Report of Third War
                  Patrol - Comment on.

                  1. The Third War Patrol of the BERGALL under the command
of Commander J. M. HYDE, U.S.N., was conducted in the LOMBOK STRAIT
Area; and in the SOUTH CHINA SEA off the coast of INDO-CHINA.

                  2. The four attacks made in the LOMBOK STRAIT Area are
covered in a separate report.

                  3. On 7 February, BERGALL made a successful attack on a
convoy consisting of two tankers and four escorts. Six torpedoes
were fired, and two hits were made in the first tanker, and one hit
was made in the second. The success of this attack is noteworthy for
several reasons; the water was glassy calm, several planes were in
the air, and the two tankers were protected by four escorts. The
initial diving position was about one mile off HONNAI POINT, chosen
to insure that no traffic could get by without being attacked. The
attack was excellently planned and executed.

                  4. On 13 February, BERGALL sighted a formation consisting
of 2 BB in column with a CA on the port bow, and one DD on the star-
board bow of the leading BB, and one DD slightly abaft the beam of
the second BB. The range on this high speed formation could be
closed to a minimum of 4,800 yards submerged; but one hit was scored
on one of the BB. A minor counter-attack followed.

                  5. The BERGALL is again commended upon her excellent
materiel condition. Her record of materiel upkeep is outstanding,
and it is a pleasure to concur in Commander Submarine Squadron
TWELVE's comment upon "the thorough manner in which the BERGALL Crew
corrected defects and casualties as soon as they became evident."

                  6. The award of the Submarine Combat Insignia is author-
ized for this patrol.

[STAMP: SEVENTH FLEET]
[STAMP: COMMANDER]
[STAMP: 18 APR 1945]
[STAMP: RECEIVED]
[HANDWRITTEN: 34198]
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UNITED STATES FLEET
COMMANDER SEVENTH FLEET

A16-3(8)(F-3-4/ekb)
Serial: [HANDWRITTEN: 01641]

[STAMP: Reg. No. [HANDWRITTEN: 3856]]
[STAMP: R. S. No. [HANDWRITTEN: 4 04369]]
[STAMP: [HANDWRITTEN: 21 APR 1945]]

CONFIDENTIAL
THIRD ENDORSEMENT on:
USS BERGALL Conf. Ltr.
A16-3/A9 Serial 02, of
17 February 1945. Re-
port of Third War Patrol.

From: Commander Seventh Fleet.
To: Commander in Chief, United States Fleet.

Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL (SS320) - Report of Third War
Patrol - Comment on.

1. Forwarded.

2. The Commander Seventh Fleet notes with satis-
faction the continued aggressiveness and success of the BERGALL
on the damage inflicted on the enemy.

[SIGNATURE: H. Kinkaid]
T. C. KINKAID

Copy to:
ComSub7thFlt.
ComSubRon 12.
CO.USS BERGALL

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CONFIDENTIAL
In reply refer to Initials
and No.

NAVY DEPARTMENT 18 March 1946
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF OF NAVAL OPERATIONS
WASHINGTON
TRANSMISSION OF DAMAGE BY SUBMARINES

Reference: (a) ComSubPac ltr. FF12-10/L11(1) of
21 February 1946.

USS RANDALL (SS380) 3rd War Patrol
Date of Attack: 7 February 1945
Position: Off HINNAI POINT

RANDALL attacked, on 7 February 1945,
a convoy consisting of two AO's and four escorts.
Six bow tubes were fired when the two AO's nearly
overlapped, resulting in three explosions which were
believed to be two in the far target and one in the
near. Immediately after two torpedoes were fired
at one of the escorts with apparently negative re-
sults.

USN and Japanese verification lists
agree that the FF 53 (or 54) was sunk at this time
making it appear that either one of the torpedoes
from the first salvo of six or one of the latter
two hit the frigate resulting in the sinking.

RANDALL's assessment should be revised to
include the loss by sinking of the FF 53 or 54 for
an estimated 1500 tons. Commanding Officer, Comdr.
J. H. Hyde, U. S. Navy.

Copy to:
ComSubLant
SubSchool New London
CO SS380
Op-32
Op-314G3

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SS320/A16-3/A9(Nm)
U.S.S. BERGALL
(SS-320)
Fleet Post Office,
San Francisco, California.
Serial ( 0250 )
17 April 1945.

[STAMP: DECLASSIFIED A-L]

From: The Commanding Officer, U.S.S. BERGALL.
To: The Commander in Chief, United States Fleet.
Via: Official Channels.
Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL (SS-320) -- Report of FOURTH
War Patrol.

Enclosure: (A) Subject Report.
(B) Track Chart.

1. Enclosures (A) and (B), covering the FOURTH War Patrol of
this vessel, conducted in the South China Sea during the period 4 March 1945
to 17 April 1945, are forwarded herewith.

[SIGNATURE: J. M. HYDE]

DECLASSIFIED

[STAMP: DECLASSIFIED-NHT. 0445, OPNAVINST 5510.1C]
[STAMP: BY OP-09B2C DATE 5/24/72]

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CONFIDENTIAL
Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL - Report of FOURTH War Patrol.
(M) RADAR - (continued)

SJ EQUIPMENT
3/10/45: Signal to noise ratio low. Gear
was low, gear not operating satisfactorily. A new crystal and TR
cavity were tuned for maximum echo and TR tube was replaced. This
resulted in a considerable increase of R.F. output and a considerable
increase in range on submarines but still no change in signal to noise
ratio. The entire R.F. section was checked. A new crystal and TR
cavity were tuned for maximum echo giving satisfactory operation.
Signal to noise ratio improved considerably but gear still not
operating satisfactorily. Reliable ranges were approximately 7,500
to 8,500 yards.

3/15/45: Echoes were fairly good from land but poor from sea. TR
tube replaced. Crystal and TR cavity were checked. No change resulted.
TR tube was replaced again. Echo response became erratic and its
cavity was checked. The RF section was checked. The RF crystal and
its cavity were tuned for maximum echo giving satisfactory operation.
From land and sea, crystal was replaced and its cavity was returned.
Intermittent operation.

3/25/45: Signal to noise ratio low. Grass was reached near sea
return. TR tubes were replaced. A great improvement of signal to
noise ratio resulted. This resulted in a rough sea efficiency.

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FC5-30/A16-3

Serial: 06

CONFIDENTIAL

FIRST ENDORSEMENT to
USS BERGALL (SS320)
Report of Fourth War
Patrol.

SUBMARINE SQUADRON THIRTY

Care of Fleet Post Office,
San Francisco, California,
19 April 1945

From: The Commander Submarine Squadron THIRTY.
To : The Commander in Chief, U.S. Fleet.
Via : (1) The Commander Submarines, SEVENTH FIEET.
(2) The Commander-in-Chief, SEVENTH FLEET.

Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL (SS320) - Report of Fourth War Patrol.

1. The fourth war patrol of the BERGALL, conducted in the South
China Sea, was of 43 days duration, 37 of which were spent in the assigned
areas. From 5 March to 3 April the BERGALL was a member of a coordinated
attack group of which the Commanding Officer of BLUEBACK was O.T.C. On 15
March four army aviators were rescued from a life raft. Two were uninjured
and were subsequently transferred to BLUEBACK and from there to BIENNY. In
addition the BERGALL conducted a special mission which is covered by separate
report.

2. No contacts were made worthy of torpedo fire. On 28 March
contact was made with several escorts apparently conducting an anti-submarine
sweep. Avoiding action was taken due to sea conditions and shallow draft of
targets. Three contacts were made with hospital ships and contacts with
sailboats were numerous.

3. The BERGALL returned from patrol in only fair material
condition. Controlling work items will be investigated of rudder noise,
correction of noisy bow and stern plane gear and installation of doubler
hatches. It is expected that refit will be completed in the normal time.

4. The BERGALL presented a neat and clean appearance upon
return from patrol and morale is high in spite of a disappointing patrol.
The Squadron Commander congratulates the Commanding Officer, officers and
crew upon the completion of an arduous patrol; it is hoped that more targets
will be available for this fighting ship on future patrols.

[SIGNATURE: K. G. HENSEL]
K. G. HENSEL

7 0372

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FE24-71/A16-3
Serial 0754
C-O-N-F-I-D-E-N-T-I-A-L
CONFIDENTIAL

UNITED STATES NAVY
14/pr
26 April 1945

SECOND ENDORSEMENT to:
USS BERGALL Conf. Ltr.
A16-3/A9, Serial (0250)
dated 17 April, 1945.
Report of Fourth War Patrol.

From: The Commander Submarines, SEVENTH FLEET.
To: The Commander in Chief, UNITED STATES FLEET.
Via: The Commander, SEVENTH FLEET.

Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL (SS320) - Report of Fourth War
Patrol - Comment on.

1. The Fourth War Patrol of the BERGALL, under the
command of Commander J. M. HYDE, U.S.N., was conducted in the South
CHINA SEA off CAPE VARELLA as a member of a Coordinated Group con-
sisting of BLUEBACK (OTC), BERGALL, HAWKBILL, BLACKFIN, and FLASHER.
From 7 to 13 April BERGALL patrolled in JAVA SEA and LOMBOK STR IT.

2. The period 12 and 13 March is covered by special top
secret report.

3. The Coordinated Group of which BERGALL was a member
instituted an effective blockade of the INDO-CHINA Coast from 6
March to 3 April and indications are that very little traffic was
able to move past CAPE VARELLA during this period. There were no
opportunities for torpedo fire at worthy targets.

4. On 15 March four aviators were expeditiously rescued
from a life raft.

5. The award of the Submarine Combat Insignia is not
authorized for this patrol.

6. The Force Commander congratulates the Commanding
Officer, Officers and Crew of the BERGALL on their completion of
this arduous patrol and upon their rescue of four aviators.

[SIGNATURE: James Fife]
JAMES FIFE.
ORIGINAL COPY

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FE24-71/A16-3
Serial 0754

UNITED STATES NAVY

14/pr
26 April 1945

[STAMP: C-O-N-F-I-D-E-N-T-I-A-L]
CONFIDENTIAL

SECOND ENDORSEMENT to:
USS BERGALL Conf. Ltr.
A16-3/A9, Serial (0250)
dated 17 April, 1945.
Report of Fourth War Patrol.

Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL (SS320) - Report of Fourth War
Patrol - Comment on.

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A16-3(8)(F-3-4/skb)
Serial: [HANDWRITTEN: 04147]

UNITED STATES FLEET
COMMANDER SEVENTH FLEET

[STAMP: Reg. No. [HANDWRITTEN: F-1289]]
[STAMP: R. S. No. [HANDWRITTEN: 7 0372]]

[STAMP: 21 JUN 1945]

CONFIDENTIAL

THIRD ENDORSEMENT on:
CO, USS BERGALL conf.
ltr., serial (0250)
dated 17 April 1945.

From: Commander Seventh Fleet.
To : Commander in Chief, United States Fleet.

Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL (SS320) - Report of FOURTH War Patrol.

1. Forwarded.

[SIGNATURE: J. H. Long]
J. H. LONG
By direction

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JS320/A16-3/A9                                                U.S.S. BERGALL                                                (Nm)
                                                              (SS-320)

Serial ( 0267 )                                               Fleet Post Office,
                                                              San Francisco, California.

[STAMP: DECLASSIFIED]                                         17 June 1945

From:         The Commanding Officer, U.S.S. BERGALL.
To:           The Commander in Chief, United States Fleet.

Via:          Official Channels.

Subject:      U.S.S. BERGALL (SS-320) -- Report of FIFTH War
              Patrol.

Enclosure:    (A) Subject Report.
              (B) Track Charts; No. 1,2,3 & 4.
              (C) 1. Coordinated Search and Attack Instructions #1.
                  2. Coordinated Search and Attack Instructions #2.

              1. Enclosures (A), (B) and (C), covering the FIFTH War
patrol of this vessel, conducted in the Gulf of Siam during the
period 12 May 1945 to 17 June 1945, are forwarded herewith.

              2. During the period from 23 May 1945 until 2 June 1945,
the commanding officer acted as coordinator of a wolf pack composed
of BERGALL, COBIA, BULLHEAD, HAWKBILL and KRAKEN; the report is in-
cluded in the narrative. The disposition of BERGALL, BULLHEAD and
KRAKEN during the period from 4 June 1945 to 8 June 1945 is also
included.

                                                              [SIGNATURE: (illegible signature)]
                                                              J. M. HYDE.

[STAMP: DECLASSIFIED ART. 0445, OPNAVINST 5510.1C]
BY [HANDWRITTEN: OP-09B9C DATE 5/24/72]                       [STAMP: DECLASSIFIED]

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## Transcribing a WWII Submarine Patrol Report Page

This is a transcription of a page from a WWII submarine patrol report. The document is typed, with some elements like dates and times formatted for clarity.

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CONFIDENTIAL
Subject; U.S.S. BERGALL - Report of FIFTH War Patrol.

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CONFIDENTIAL
Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL - Report of FIFTH War Patrol.

2120 Established scouting line with KRAKEN bearing 300°T.,
     BULLHEAD 120°T. at 15 miles on course 210°T. heading
     for Redang Island at 12 knots.

28 May 1945 Patrolling on scouting line as before.

0500 Made simultaneous course change to 300°T. Patrol
     line now ten miles off Redang Island.

0630 Commenced reversing course hourly.

1200 Latitude - 06-02 N.
     Longitude - 102-57 E.

1310 Sighted plane about 8 miles away flying high.

1843 Sent message to KRAKEN and BULLHEAD "At discretion
     make reconnaissance 2200 rendezvous at Charlie one
     hour HOW."

1910 Headed towards beach to search area between Redang
     Island, Perkentian Island and the coast of Maylaya
     during bright moonlight.

2230 Reconnaissance completed. No contacts other than
     sailboats. Headed for point Charlie.

29 May 1945 Enroute point Charlie.

0100 At rendezvous with KRAKEN and BULLHEAD. Assigned
     BULLHEAD a patrol station 19 miles bearing 195°T.
     from point Item. Proceeded with KRAKEN towards Tau
     Passage.

0445 Sent message to HAWKBILL to patrol at discretion and
     assigned COBIA station five miles west of PETER.

1200 Latitude - 08-16 N.
     Longitude - 101-09 E.

1414 KRAKEN reported diving for plane. She was ten miles
     to port of us. Could not see plane so remained on
     surface. Visibility good.

1440 KRAKEN surfaced.

2050 Entered Tau Passage with KRAKEN astern.

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"I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery." (Exodus 20:2)

This foundational statement from the Decalogue (Ten Commandments) establishes God's identity and His relationship with His people, Israel. It's a powerful declaration that grounds all subsequent commands in a historical act of liberation and covenant.

Here's a breakdown of its significance:

1.  **Divine Authority and Identity:** "I am the Lord your God" is a declaration of ultimate authority. "The Lord" (YHWH) is God's personal covenant name, signifying His self-existence, faithfulness, and power. By identifying Himself as "your God," He emphasizes a unique and intimate relationship with Israel, distinguishing Himself from the many gods of other nations.

2.  **Historical Act of Redemption:** "who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery" points to the Exodus as the defining event in Israel's history. This wasn't just a random act; it was a deliberate, powerful intervention by God to rescue His people from oppression. This act of liberation serves as the basis for His right to command them and their obligation to obey.

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- The following is a summary of the provided text, focusing on the key points and details.

The document is a "CONFIDENTIAL" report titled "U.S.S. BERGALL - Report of FIFTH War Patrol." It details "MAJOR DEFECTS AND DAMAGE (continued)" experienced by the submarine.

**Key Defects and Damage:**

*   **Motor Bus Tie:** Severe arcing occurred across the motor bus tie closed contactor. Propulsion was shifted to the batteries, and a loud knocking was heard in the port reduction gear. The port shaft was secured, and a lesser knock was heard in the starboard reduction gear.
*   **Rudder:** At the time of an explosion, the rudder was full left. Power was lost due to fuses jumping out of their depth charge type holders. The rudder was jammed against the stop but was shifted to hand and freed. The rudder angle indicator transmitter worm wheel was jarred out of mesh with its rack on the tiller ram and was out of commission for several hours.
*   **Main Engine #4:** A subsequent inspection showed one sheared holding-down bolt, outboard aft on #4 main engine. No other apparent major damage was found in the engine rooms.
*   **Generator Contactors:** Inspection of the main control cubicle showed #1, #2, and #3 generator contactors and the motor bus tie closed contactor burned.
*   **Generator Reverse Current Relay:** The #4 generator reverse current relay was found inoperative. A thorough inspection of the entire cubicle, electrically, mechanically, and structurally, is imperative during

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CONFIDENTIAL
Enclosure C1 to BERGALL FIFTH War Patrol Report.
Subject: Coordinated Search and Attack Instructions #1

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CONFIDENTIAL Enclosure C1 to BERGALL FIFTH War Patrol Report.

Subject: Coordinated Search and Attack Instructions #1

— page 166 —
CONFIDENTIAL Enclosure C2 to BERGALL FIFTH War Patrol Report.
Subject: Coordinated Search and Attack Instructions #2

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CONFIDENTIAL Enclosure C1 to BERGALL FIFTH War Patrol Report.

At night when "Sugar Jig" goes out of commission do
not clutter up the atmosphere with obnoxious reports but pull clear
of scouting line on NorthWest or SouthEasterly course, speed greater
than ten knots, zigzagging at discretion, preferably constant helming.
Unless reducing wake on a plane contact, boats will
run SouthEasterly on scouting line during odd hours and NorthWesterly
on the even hours (GCT) at two engine speed by day and one engine
speed at night, passing through assigned position on the half hour.
Scouting line disposition will be assigned during
rendezvous. Boats on scouting line will rendezvous prior to any
change of that scouting line.
A boat in scouting line desiring rendezvous will
close center boat and do so as desired without radio signal. Boats
on independent patrol rendezvous without signal as desired.
Use radio for rendezvous only if absolutely necessary.
It is planned to leave boats on their stations at
least five or six days at a time. If a boat desires to keep her
station - keep quiet. If he thinks it is dead, open up and so state.
When a boat makes contact, determine position, course,
speed, and whether contact is large, medium or small. Notify other
boats via WOPACO. This message shall contain:
"Large, Medium, Small contact Lat.,Long.(Position
doubtful), course _____, speed _____"

Unless target is high speed and it is obvious that
the other boats on the scouting line cannot get in, wait for another
boat to make contact before attacking. When in doubt, attack.
Be absolutely certain of enemy identity before shoot-
ing a submarine. Bear in mind navigational errors, radar casualties,
etc. Better be safe than sorry.
If sustained depth charging in the direction of
another pack member is heard, investigate, and be as obnoxious as
practicable.

Plan to put one boat on line KLM, another on NCP
(patrolling perpendicular to it, of course, and at any desired part
of it), with the other three forming a scouting line in area ACIG
for a starter. All suggestions are welcome.
Plan also to be center boat in scouting line. When
receiving applicable burn message end boats should close BERGALL
for visual or megaphone communications. If we work this properly
there should be no radio traffic until a boat has contact.

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FC5-26/A16-3 SUBMARINE SQUADRON TWENTY-IX dn
Serial 0165                                 Care of Fleet Post Office,
                                            San Francisco, California.
CONFIDENTIAL                                24 June 1945

FIRST ENDORSEMENT to:
CO BERGALL Conf. ltr.
SS320/A16-3/A9 Serial
0267 of 17 June 1945.

From:        The Commander Submarine Squadron TWENTY-SIX.
To :         The Commander in Chief, United States Fleet.
Via :        (1) The Commander Submarines, SEVENTH FLEET.
             (2) The Commander, SEVENTH FLEET.
             (3) The Commander in Chief United States
                 Pacific Fleet.

Subject:     U.S.S. BERGALL (SS320) - Report of Fifth War
             Patrol.

             1. The FIFTH War Patrol of the U.S.S. BERGALL was
conducted in the GULF OF SIAM and lasted 37 days, of which 30
days were spent in the area north of the MALAY BARRIER. Area
coverage was excellent. The patrol was terminated a few days
short of the scheduled time because of damage sustained by a
close mine explosion.

             2. Only three ship contacts were made. The first
of these was a small coastal steamer of the SD type (EC)
sighted off shore south of the KANGEAN ISLANDS on the morning
of 18 May. BERGALL closed this target on the surface with
both 40 mm guns and obtained about a dozen hits at a least
range of 1500 yards, starting a small fire aft and causing
the crew to start abandoning ship. While manning the 5 inch
gun a plane was sighted coming in, and BERGALL was forced to
dive hurriedly. The plane hovered closely over the target,
which soon got underway, extinguished the fire, and hastened
to the nearest harbor. Contact was not regained. The Com-
manding Officer failed to estimate the size of this vessel,
therefore it is recommended that BERGALL be credited with
damaging an SD of 500 tons (EU).

             3. The second contact was at 0200 on 30 May close
to the east shore of the MALAY PENINSULA deep in the GULF OF
SIAM. This developed into two tows of 3 barges and 2 barges,
each towed by one tug. BERGALL closed these in the moonlight
and sank all seven craft using deck armament only. This was
a well conducted shoot, and again in view of the lack of the
Commanding Officer's estimate of tonnage, it is recommended
that BERGALL be credited with sinking 5 barges of 100 tons
each (EU), and 2 motor tugs of 75 tons each(EU); total sunk
650 tons.

             4. The third contact occurred about noon on 12
June while patrolling submerged four miles off the coast of

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FE24-71/A16-3
Serial 0188-A
C-O-N-F-I-D-E-N-T-I-A-L
CONFIDENTIAL

SECOND ENDORSEMENT to:
USS BERGALL Conf. Ltr:
A16-3/A9 Serial 0267,
dated 17 June 1945.
Report of Fifth War Patrol.

From: The Commander Submarines SEVENTH FLEET.
To: The Commander in Chief, UNITED STATES FLEET.
Via: The Commander SEVENTH FLEET.

Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL (SS320) - Report of Fifth War
Patrol - Comment on.

1. The Fifth War Patrol of the U.S.S. BERGALL (SS320)
under the command of Commander J. M. HYDE, U.S.N., was conducted
in the GULF of SIAM.

2. Area coverage was excellent but only one convoy
worthy of torpedo fire was encountered. This convoy consisting
of two small tankers, one small cargo ship, and one escort with
air cover was proceeding close in shore. BERGALL commenced an
approach but found that due to shallow water a minimum range of
5,000 yards could be attained. The attack was wisely broken off
and the convoy was trailed with the intention of making a night
surface attack. However, 2 tugs towing five heavily laden barges
were sunk and one coastal freighter damaged by gunfire.

3. While investigating likely anchorage spots that
night a heavy underwater explosion occurred on BERGALL's port
quarter damaging her to an extent which required bringing the
ship to SUBIC BAY for repairs. Subsequent investigation indicated
that this was beyond the capacity of local repair forces and
BERGALL has been returned to the UNITED STATES.

4. The award of the Submarine Combat Insignia is
authorized for this patrol.

5. The Force Commander congratulates the Commanding
Officer, Officers and Crew on this aggressive patrol and on the
particularly excellent handling of the emergency caused by the
exploding mine. The following damage was inflicted on the enemy:

S-U-N-K

*2 Tugs )
*5 Barges ) 550 Tons.

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UNITED STATES NAVY

12c/hr

5 July 1945.

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12c/hr

FE24-71/A16-3
UNITED STATES NAVY
Serial 0188-A
[STAMP: CONFIDENTIAL]
C-O-N-F-I-D-E-N-T-I-A-L
5 July 1945.

SECOND ENDORSEMENT to:
USS BERGALL Conf.
A16-3/A9 Serial 0267,
dated 17 June, 1945.
Report of Fifth War Patrol.

Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL (SS320) - Report of Fifth War
Patrol - Comment on.

D-A-M-A-G-E-D

*1 Coastal Freighter 100 Tons.
Grand Total 650 Tons.

* By Gunfire.

[SIGNATURE: James Fife]
JAMES FIFE.
ORIGINAL COPY.

DISTRIBUTION:

Cominch (3) Direct CTG-71.8 (2)
Vice Opnav (2) Direct ComSubRon-22 (2)
Vice Opnav Op-23c (1) ComSubRon-26 (2)
ComlstFlt (1) ComSubRon-30 (2)
Com2ndFlt (1) DivComsSubRon-22 (2)
Com7thFlt (2) DivComsSubRon-26 (1 ea)
ComSubslstFlt (30) DivComsSubRon-30 (1 ea)
ComSubs2ndFlt (4) S/M School, N.L., Conn. (1 ea)
CTF-71 (7) Comdt. NYD, Puget Sound (2)
CTG-71.5 (2) SubAd, Mare Island (1)
S/Ms 7thFlt (2)
(1)

[HANDWRITTEN: J B Miller (stylized signature)]
THIS REPORT WILL BE DESTROYED PRIOR TO
J. B. MILLER, ENTRY INTO ENEMY CONTROLLED WATERS.
Flag Secretary.

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A16-3 (8) (F-3c/jwf)
Serial: 05913

UNITED STATES FLEET
COMMANDER SEVENTH FLEET

REG. NO [HANDWRITTEN: F-3522]
S. NO [HANDWRITTEN: 9 01229]
REG. SHEET NO [HANDWRITTEN: 70]

[STAMP: 31 AUG 1945]

C-O-N-F-I-D-E-N-T-I-A-L

THIRD ENDORSEMENT to:
CO USS BERGALL conf ltr
[HANDWRITTEN: ✓] SS320/A16-3/A9, serial
0267, dated 17 June 1945.

From: Commander Seventh Fleet
To : Commander-in-Chief, United States Fleet.[HANDWRITTEN: ✓]
Subject: U.S.S. BERGALL (SS320) - Report of FIFTH War Patrol.

1. Forwarded

[SIGNATURE: P. L. Carroll]
P. L. CARROLL
DEPUTY CHIEF OF STAFF

Copy to:
ComSubs7th
ComSubRon26
CO USS BERGALL
[STAMP, rotated 90 degrees counter-clockwise: RECEIVED
D 2 LFE
ON NAVY DEPT IN CHIEF]

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