U.S.S. BECUNA (SS-319) — war patrol report SS-319_BECUNA.pdf

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Becuna

The becuna is a pike-like fish of Europe.
(SS-319: dp. 1526; l. 311'9"; b. 27'3"; dr. 16'10"; s.
20.3 k.; cpl. 66; a. 1 5"/, 10 21" TT.; cl. Balao)

Becuna (SS-319) was launched 30 January 1944 by
Electric Boat Co., Groton, Conn.; sponsored by Mrs.
George C. Crawford, wife of Commander Crawford; and
commissioned 27 May 1944, Lieutenant Commander H. D.
Sturr in command.

Becuna departed New London 1 July 1944 and arrived
at Pearl Harbor 29 July. Her war operations extended
from 23 August 1944 to 27 July 1945. During this period
she completed five war patrols in the Philippines, South
China Sea, and Java Sea. Becuna is credited with har-
assing enemy shipping and sinking two Japanese tank-
ers totaling 3888 tons.

The submarine arrived at Subic Bay, Luzon, from her
last war patrol 27 July 1945. In September 1945 she
arrived at San Diego, Calif. Becuna continued to operate
with Submarine Force, Pacific Fleet, until April 1949
when she was ordered to Submarine Force, Atlantic
Fleet, as a unit of Submarine Squadron 8.

Between May 1949 and May 1950 she conducted re-
fresher training exercises and also assisted in training
of student officers and men at New London, Conn. In
November 1950 she returned to Electric Boat Co., for a
complete modernization overhaul, being refitted as a
Guppy-type submarine. Overhaul completed in August
1951, Becuna sailed to the Caribbean for shakedown. She
returned to New London in September 1951.

Becuna has since operated with the Atlantic Fleet
making two cruises with the 6th Fleet in the Mediter-
ranean and one to Scotland. Other than these extended
cruises, the majority of Becuna's service has been con-
ducted at New London as a training submarine.
Becuna received four battle stars for her World War
II service.

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U.S.S. BECUNA (SS319)

SSe19/A16-3
c/o Fleet Post Office,
San Francisco, Calif.
Serial: (025)
20 October 1944.
[STAMP: DECLASSIFIED]

From: The Commanding Officer.
To : The Commander-in-Chief, United States Fleet.
Via : (1) The Commander Submarine Division 261.
(2) The Commander Submarine Squadron 26.
(3) The Commander Submarines, SEVENTH Fleet.
(4) The Commander-in-Chief, U.S. Pacific Fleet.

SUBJECT: U.S.S. BECUNA (SS319) - Report of War Patrol
Number One.

Enclosure: (A) Subject report.
(B) Track Chart.
(C) Chart of Convoy Tracks in China Sea.

1. Enclosure (A), covering the first war patrol of
this vessel conducted in the China Sea area during the period
23 August 1944 to 20 October 1944, is forwarded herewith.

H. D. STURR.

[STAMP: DECLASSIFIED NARA, OPMANINST 5510.C]
[HANDWRITTEN: BY OP-09B9C DATE 5/24/72]
[STAMP: DECLASSIFIED]

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SUBJECT: USS BECUNA (SS319) - Report of First War Patrol

(A) PROLOGUE The USS BECUNA was commissioned 27 May 1944,
at the U.S. Submarine Base, New London, Conn.
After the usual shakedown and training period
she departed New London for Pearl Harbor, T.H.,
1 July 1944, arriving 29 July 1944.

From arrival date to 5 August 1944, the BECUNA
was moored at the Submarine Base, Pearl Harbor,
for voyage repairs. From 5 August through 19
August the BECUNA underwent training exercises.
During this time she fired six torpedoes, par-
ticipated in an inbound convoy exercise, and a
coordinated night attack exercise.

9 August Ensign Robert H. Albers, D-V(G), USNR,
reported aboard for duty.

20-22 August the BECUNA loaded, and 23 August
1944 she departed on her first war patrol.

During the above period at Pearl Harbor, the
repair facilities accomplished the following:

HULL
Eliminated port bow plane bushing leak by re-
moving undersize bushing, building it up to
proper size and replacing it.

Installed an air conditioning booster coil
and blower in ventilation supply line in
control room.

Installed stop valves in FBT 3,4, and 5 ten
pound blow lines topside to permit easy and
rapid conversion to main ballast tanks.

ENGINEERING, ELECTRICAL AND RADAR
Installed reflectors and shields around red
lighting fixtures for night adaptation.

Installed ion exchanger.

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SUBJECT: USS BECUNA (SS319) - Report of First War Patrol

(F) SHIPS CONTACTS
| No. | Time Date | Latitude Longitude | Type | Initial Range | Estimated Course & Speed | How Contact | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 1650(-11) 1 September | 19-30 N. 158-50 E. | low boat | 8,000 | drifting | Lookout sighted | Sighted one man in boat. Japanese soldier from Wake Island. Took pris-oner to Saipan. |
| 2. | 1410(-9) 25 September | 21-23.5 N. 116-57 E. | possibly 3 DD | 10,000 | 025° T. 8 kts. | OOD with binoculars | Fired six torpedoes at one DD and overlapping DD. One hit heard. Severe depth charging. Results unobserved. |
| 3. | 1545(-8) 7 October | 13-00 N. 115-45 E. | Convoy 10 ships | 14 mi. | 340° T. 9.5 kts. | Periscope | Submerged until dark. Surfaced and tracked un-til driven off by an unidentified escort. Re-sumed tracking. Fired 4 torpedoes. 2 hits heard. Depth charged. |
| 4. | 0605(-8) 8 October | 14-05 N. 115-38 E. | Patrol Craft | 6 mi. | 180° T. Unk. 15 kts. | Lookout sighted | Submerged and rigged for silent running. |
| 5. | 0553(-8) 9 October | 12-56 N. 117-05 E. | S/M | 6 mi. | 090° T. 15 kts. | SJ radar | Exchanged recognition signals by radar. Clo-sed within hailing dis-tance. USS HAWKBILL |
| 6. | 1425(-8) 9 October | 13-01 N. 118-05 E. | Convoy 8 ships | 15 mi. | 180° T. 8 knots. | Sun Lookout | Approached. Fired 10 torpedoes. Sank two tank-ers. Hits on 3 trans-ports. Received depth |
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SUBJECT: USS BECUNA (SS319) - Report of First War Patrol.

| No. | Time | Date | Latitude | Longitude | Types | Initial Range | Estimated Course & Speed | How Contacted | Remarks |
|---|
| 7. | 0610(-8) | 10 October | 12-56 N | 117-53 E | S/M | 6 mi. | 000° T. | High | Exchanged recognition |
| | | | | | | | 14 kts. | periscope | signals by radar. | Closed - USS CAVALLA. |
| 8. | 2322(-8) | 13 October | 04-25 N | 119-25 E | S/M | 7,055 | 000° T. | SJ radar | Exchanged recognition |
| | | | | | | yards | 15 kts. | | signals by radar. |
| 9. | 0405(-8) | 14 October | 02-40 S | 119-25 E | S/M | 5,000 | 000° T. | SJ radar | Unable to exchange rec- |
| | | | | | | yards | 15 kts. | | ognition signals by radar. |
| 10. | 0509(-8) | 14 October | 02-58 S | 118-30 E | Small | 5,000 | 130° T. | Lookout | Zero visibility on the bow. |
| | | | | | boat | yards | unk. | | Battle Stations Surface. |
| | | | | | type unk. | | | | Believed to be fishing | boat and resumed normal | course and speed. |
| 11. | 1310(-8) | 14 October | 04-50 S | 118-00 E | Sail | 6 | 000° T. | Lookout | Made an approach for |
| | | | | | boat | miles | 5 kts. | | Battle Stations Surface. | Believed to be fishing | boat and resumed normal | course and speed. |

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SUBJECT: USS BECUNA (SS-319) - Report of First War Patrol.

Contact Number                                33                                34
Date                                          10-8-44                           10-11-44
SUBMARINE
Time (Zone)                                 0654(-8)                          1016(-8)
Position: Lat.                              14°-05' N.                        09°-58' N.
          Long.                              115°-33' E.                       120°-51' E.
Speed                                       3 kts.                            10 kts.
Course                                      180°(T)                           209°(T)
Trim                                        63 ft.                            Surf
Minutes since last                          Not in                            Not in
3D Radar search.                            use                               use

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SUBJECT: USS HECULA (SS319) - Report of First War Patrol.
U.S.S. HECULA (SS319) TORPEDO ATTACK NO 3 PATROL NO. 1.
Time: 1702 Date: 9 October 1944 Lat. 12°-45'N. Long.118°-00'E.

Target Data - Damage Inflicted

Description: At least 10 ship convoy in four columns with
3 PC escorts. All ships of 5,000 tons or over.
Heavily loaded. Types were AK-AP-AO.

Ships Sunk: AO similar to NIPPON MARU on page 278 of ONI208-J
Revised (LU)
AO similar to SAN CLEMENTE MARU on page 284 of
ONI 208-J (Revised) (LU)

Ship(s) damaged
or probably sunk: None

Damage determined
by: Saw ships sink.

Target draft: 29.5 feet Course 180°(T) Speed: 8 knots Range: 800 yds.
1,800 yds.

Own Ship Data

Speed: 3 knots Course 295°(T) Depth: 64 feet Angle: 0°

Fire Control and Torpedo Data

Type Attack: Torpedoes spread by periscope at overlapping
target of two tankers.

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SUBJECT: USS BREWIA (SS310) Report of First War Patrol.

ATTACK NO. 3

Tubes Fired                               #7        #8        #9        #10
Track Angle                             120° S.   120° S.   120° S.   120° S.
Gyro Angle                              179°-20   181°      175°-50   173°-50
Depth Set                               3 ft.     3 ft.     3 ft.     3 ft.
Power                                   High      High      High      High
Hit or Miss                             Hit       Hit       Hit       Hit
Erratic                                 No        No        No        No
Mark Torpedo                            18-1      18-1      18-2      18-2
Serial No.                              56390     56257     55653     54627
Mark Exploder                           6-5       6-5       6-5       6-5
Serial No.                              9352      9010      9087      2600
Actuation Hot                           Contact   Contact   Contact   Contact
Actuation Actual                        Contact   Contact   Contact   Contact
Mark Warhead                            18-2      18-2      18-2      18-2
Serial No.                              2070      2747      2907      9037
Explosive                               TPX       TPX       TPX       TPX
Firing Interval                         0         8 sec.    10 sec.   10 sec.
Type Spread                             Peris.    Peris.    Peris.    Peris.
Sea Conditions                          1         1         1         1
Overh. Activity                         S/M Base  S/M Base  S/M Base  S/M Base
                                        Pearl     Pearl     Pearl     Pearl
Remarks:

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SUBJECT: USS BEGUNA (SS319) - Report of First War Patrol.

U.S.S. BEGUNA (SS319) TORPEDO ATTACK NO. 4 PATROL NO. 1.
Time: 1710 Date: 9 October 1944 Lat.12°-45'N. Long.118°-00'E.

                                        Target Data - Damage Inflicted

Description                     At least 10 ship convoy in four columns with
                                3 escorts. All ships of 5,000 tons or over.
                                Heavily loaded. Types were AK-AP-AO.

Ship(s) Sunk:                   None

Ship(s) Damaged or AP similar to KITORIN MARU on page 23, ONI 208 J
Probably Sunk:                  Revised (SU)

Damage determined
by:                             Two time hits in target.

Target draft: 20 feet Course: 130°(T) Speed: 8 knots Range: 1,400 yd

                                        Own Ship Data

Speed: 4 knots Course: 130°(T) Depth: 63 feet Angle: 0°

                                        Fire Control and Torpedo Data

Type Attack:                    Periscope bearings - no spread - three torpedoes.

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USS BASS (SS319) - Report of First War Patrol.

ATTACK NO. 1
             #1        #2        #3
Tubes Fired
* Track Angle 180°      180°      180°
* Gyro Angle  000°      00°-30    001°
* Depth Set   6 ft.     6 ft.     6 ft.
* Power       High      High      High
* Hit or Miss Hit       Hit       Miss
* Erratic     No        No        No
* Mark Torpedo 23        23        23
* Serial No.  1490      818       1277
* Mark Exploder 6-4       6-4       6-4
* Serial No.  3576      21767     18233
* Actuation Set Contact   Contact   Contact
* Actuation Actual Contact   Contact   -
* Mark Warhead 16-1      16-1      16
* Serial No.  3355      12284     11555
* Explosive   TPX       TPX       TPX
Firing Interval 0         8 sec.    10 sec.
Type Spread   None      None      None
Sea Conditions 1         1         1
Overhaul Activity S/M Base Pearl     Pearl     Pearl
Remarks:

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The provided image is a document titled "ATTACK No. 6" from the USS HECUNA (SS319) - Report of First War Patrol. It details the specifications and outcomes of two torpedoes fired, identified as #5 and #6.

Here's the transcription:

SUBJECT: USS HECUNA (SS319) - Report of First War Patrol.

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SUBJECT: USS BECUNA (SS319) - Report of First War Patrol.

Casualty to No. 2 Main Engine

7 October 1944
2100
No. 2 main engine lost fresh water pressure,
overflowed the surge tank and gave all the other
signs of a cracked liner. On inspection, water
was found coming from No. 16 unit. Work was
suspended in rigging for silent running.

8 October 1944
1400
Work resumed on No. 2 main engine. On disassem-
bling No. 16 unit it was found that the cylinder
head gasket was blown by and a fresh water fer-
rule grommet was burned through, thus permitting
the combustion gases to enter the fresh water
system. No defect could be found in the liner.
However, the liner, piston rings, gaskets and
grommets were all renewed as an added precaution,
and at

1930
No. 2 main engine back in commission.

Casualty to Auxiliary Engine

17 October 1944
1800
Discovered water coming from No. 6 unit of
auxiliary engine. Removed cylinder head and
replaced cylinder head gaskets and three circu-
lating water ferrules and grommets.

2340
Auxiliary engine back in commission.

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SUBJECT: USS BECUNA (SS319) - Report of First War Patrol.

(L) RADIO

     Only one operational failure was encountered with
radio equipment during the patrol. This was the
spasmodic operation of the Model RBH receiver CW-
oscillator, the RBH being used on the 2,000 Kc.
bank wolfpack frequency. Although, during the
training period before the patrol the RBH gave
excellent results for voice reception, due to the
above failure it proved very unsatisfactory for
copying CW transmissions while in the patrol areas.
No messages were actually missed as a result of
this failure.

     Little jamming was experienced on either NPM
Haiku or VLO Bakers Fox schedules. Maximum in-
terference was encountered on 9090 Kcs. of NPM
Haiku broadcasts at approximately 0800 GCT on
several days by a station using CDI as its call
and repeatedly transmitting short plain language
messages. However, the schedule was still read-
ible.

     NPM Haiku Fox schedules were copied satisfactor-
ily throughout the patrol with out little fading
on the optimum frequency for the specific time
period. Frequencies used with best results and
corresponding times (GCT) for copying Bakers Fox
schedules were as follows:

          Frequency             Time (GCT)
          9250 Kcs.             0900-2200
          12630 Kcs.            2200-0830
          16150 Kcs.            2200-0300

     While in the patrol areas two messages were
transmitted. One to NPM, the other to VLO.
No interference was encountered.

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SUBJECT: USS BECUNA (SS319) - Report of First War Patrol.

(L) SOUND GEAR AND SOUND CONDITIONS (cont'd)

It is unfortunate that these motors must be
located in the bilges but it is considered
advisable to install watertight motors in place
of the present air cooled installation.

(O) DENSITY LAYERS

Date | GCT Time | Latitude | Longitude | Depth | Gradient
-----||||-------|
9/13 | 0000 | 13-34 N. | 126-07 E. | Started at 150 feet | 4° negative to 250 feet.
9/25 | 0600 | 21-31 N. | 118-54 E. | Started at 250 feet | 16° negative to 450 feet.
10/7 | 2000 | 14-14 N. | 115-47 E. | Started at 150 feet. | 13° negative to 300 feet.
10/9 | 1100 | 12-44 N. | 118-00 E | Started at 150 feet. | 16° negative to 400 feet.

(P) HEALTH, FOOD, AND HABITABILITY

The health of the crew was, on the whole, excel-
lent during the patrol. Injuries consisted of
various bruises and lacerations of which
three cases required suturing. All responded
favorably to treatment.

Diseases consisted of several cases of common
cold, athletes foot, heat rash, ringworm, etc.,
all of which responded to treatment.

One man was transferred to the USS HOLLAND at
Saipan because of an unaccountable paralysis of
the left side of his face. Another man left Pearl
Harbor under treatment for a corneal ulcer which
healed satisfactorily.

The quality and variety of food was excellent
throughout the patrol.

The vitamin pills were used very sparingly by the
crew because of their unpleasant taste. The sun
lamp proved unsatisfactory because of the early
blowing out of the quartz tube.

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SUBJECT: USS ESCORA (SS319) - Report of First War Patrol.
(U) RADIO AND RADAR COUNTERMEASURES (cont'd)

Incident No. 3 - 14 September 1944.

5a. Frequency - Not detectable Dial Heads -
b. P.R.F. - 60 to 90 cps. How measure - By meter
c. P.W. - 2 microseconds How measure - By scale
d. Sketch of pulse
[Image of a pulse waveform]

e. Was lobe switching used - No

6a. Was radar used on surface or aircraft search - Aircraft search.
b. Evidence for this conclusion - Fading of signal characteristic
of aircraft radar.

7. Action of enemy radar including distances and bearings at which
he searched, tracked or faded, etc. After detection, signal
remained for approximately 6 or 7 minutes and faded. Returned
in 3 minutes remaining for 5 minutes to be lost permanently.

8. Narrative: - Signal detected at 0450 on both high and low fre-
quency channels. No frequency could be determined although
pulse rate and pulse width could be made out. Our ship was in
heavy rain squall. All salient points on the bridge structure
gave off intermittent visible discharge known as St. Elmo's fire.
Discharge was terminated by a direct lightning stroke blinding
bridge personnel. St. Elmo's fire continued for fifteen min-
utes. There was no SJ interference, but considerable radio
static. Above condition was also in evidence the next day but
APR was not manned.

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F05-12/A16-3 SUBMARINE SQUADRON TWELVE

Serial 0337 Care of Fleet Post Office,
San Francisco, California,
CONFIDENTIAL 29 October 1944.
FIRST ENDORSEMENT to
U.S.S. BECUNA - Report
of First War Patrol.

Subject: U.S.S. BECUNA (SS319) - Report of First War Patrol.

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FCS-12/A16-3
Serial 0337

CONFIDENTIAL
FIRST ENDORSEMENT to
U.S.S. BEGUNA - Report
of First 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. BEGUNA (SS319) - Report of First War Patrol.

1. The first patrol of BEGUNA covered a period of 50 days, 30
of which were spent in the Philippines - China Sea area. The patrol was
commenced from Pearl Harbor, T.H. and terminated at Fremantle, W.A. During
this patrol, BEGUNA acted as one of a coordinated submarine group consisting
of BALEA, HAWKBILL, BEGUNA, with Commander Heltz in BALEA as group commander.

2. Area coverage was good. Only 4½ days were spent submerged,
and the performance of all material was generally satisfactory.

3. Three contacts on enemy convoys were made. These contacts
were all developed into attacks in which 16 torpedoes were fired, with
probable hits. Two ships were observed to sink, but prompt antisubmarine
measures by the escorts prevented visual observation of the effects of
torpedo fire in other cases.

Attack No. 1: After a submerged daylight approach on a 4-ship
convoy, BEGUNA was detected by one of the escorts, a HIKIKAZI class destroyer.
Six torpedoes were fired at one of the four AK's in the convoy.
The destroyer which was at the time over the convoy, apparently all torpedoes missed.
Depth charging followed, and no further attacks were made on this convoy.

Attack No. 2: On 8 October, after an on-round during darkness, a
submerged moonlight approach was made on a convoy consisting of six ships,
only two of which were of much size. Four torpedoes were fired at one
of these, apparently an AO, at a range of 3000 yards, and two timed hits
were obtained. Again counter attacks by escorts prevented observation of
results. Shortly after daylight, five hours later, an aircraft was present
in the area.

Attack No. 3: This was a multiple daylight periscope attack on a ten
ship convoy on 9 October. Two hits were obtained in each of two tankers,
and both were observed to sink. Two timed hits were obtained in a KITORIN
type AP, with 3 torpedoes fired on a 160° track angle, with no spread.
One torpedo was fired at an AK, similar to YOKOHAMA MARU type AP at 1400 yards
and one timed hit resulted. Two more torpedoes were fired at a similar AK
at 1100 yards, but both missed. All attacks were made in a period of 8
minutes.

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SUBMARINE SQUADRON TWELVE
Care of Fleet Post Office,
San Francisco, California.
29 October 1944.

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FE24-71/A16-3
Serial: 01340
UNITED STATES NAVY
12a/gr.
10 November 1944.

C-O-N-F-I-D-E-N-T-I-A-L
SECOND ENDORSEMENT to:
USS BECUNA Conf. Ltr.
A16-3 Serial 025, dated
20 October 1944. Report
of First War Patrol.

12 0669
[HANDWRITTEN: 1st]
[HANDWRITTEN: 6 Dec 44]

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

Subject: U.S.S. BECUNA (SS319) - Report of First War Patrol -
Comment on.

1. BECUNA's First War Patrol was conducted as a member
of a Coordinated Search and Attack Group consisting of BAYA,
HAWKBILL and BECUNA under the direction of BAYA's Commanding
Officer.

2. BECUNA's first attack was made South of FORMOSA. It
is regretted that there is insufficient evidence available to
assess damage on this attack.

3. On the day BECUNA left the area North of DANGEROUS
GROUND she had the rare opportunity of reaching a submerged attack
position well clear of escorts in the center of a large convoy. The
stern tubes were fired at overlapping tankers, both of which, when
last observed, were in a sinking condition. Still at periscope
depth eight minutes after this attack the bow tubes were fired on
snap set ups at three ships of the now disorganized and scattering
convoy. Three were aimed at the stern of a fleeing AP, the fourth
was aimed at an AK, and the last two at still another AK. Temporary
loss of depth control in the vicinity of alerted escorts made deep
submergence advisable, and prevented observation of the results of
these attacks. Timed hits indicate that the AP and one AK were
damaged.

4. The wakeless feature of the Mark 18-1 torpedo was
extremely advantageous on the above attack. Ten torpedoes were
fired over a period of eight to ten minutes. The location of the
attacking submarine apparently was not revealed to the numerous
escorts.

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

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FE24-71/A16-3
Serial: 01340

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

SECOND ENDORSEMENT to:
USS BECUNA Conf. Ltr.
A16-3 Serial 025, dated
20 October 1944. Report
of First War Patrol.

Subject: U.S.S. BECUNA (SS319) - Report of First War Patrol -
Comment on.

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FE24-71/A16-3
Serial: 01340

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

SECOND ENDORSEMENT to:
USS BECUNA Conf. Ltr.
A16-3 Serial 025, dated
20 October 1944. Report
of First War Patrol.

Subject: U.S.S. BECUNA (SS319) - Report of First War Patrol -
Comment on.

DISTRIBUTION:
Cominch (3) - (Direct) CTG-71.3 (2)
Vice Opnav (2) - (Direct) CTG-71.4 (2)
Vice Opnav Op-23c (1) CTG-71.5 (2)
ComlstFlt (1) DivComsSubron-12 (1)
Com2ndFlt (1) DivComsSubron-16 (1)
Com7thFlt (2) DivComsSubron-18 (1)
ComSubslstFlt (30) S/M School N.L. Conn. (2)
ComSubs2ndFlt (4) SubAd, Mare Island (2)
CTF-71 (4) S/Ms 7TH FLT (1)
CTF-72 (2)

UNITED STATES NAVY
12a/gr.
10 November 1944.

12 0669

THIS REPORT WILL BE DESTROYED PRIOR TO
ENTRY INTO ENEMY CONTROLLED WATERS.

[SIGNATURE: P. F. Straub, Jr.]
P. F. STRAUB, Jr.,
Flag Secretary.

[HANDWRITTEN: 2166]
[STAMP: RECEIVED]
[STAMP: 22 NOV 1944]
[STAMP: COMMANDER]
[STAMP: SEVENTH FLEET]
[HANDWRITTEN: 63]

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UNITED STATES FLEET
COMMANDER SEVENTH FLEET
[HANDWRITTEN: 15393]
[HANDWRITTEN: R-uns]
A16-3(F-3-4/wmw)
[HANDWRITTEN: 12-8-44.]
Serial: 0303

[STAMP: 24 NOV 1944]
[HANDWRITTEN: 12 0669]

CONFIDENTIAL

THIRD ENDORSEMENT to:
USS BECUNA conf ltr
A16-3 Serial 025, dated
20 October 1955 -
report first war patrol.

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

Subject: U.S.S. BECUNA (SS319) - Report of First War Patrol -
Forwarding of.

1. Forwarded.

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

[STAMP: FILMED]

[STAMP: EXTRA - ORIGINAL]
[STAMP: SORG. MICRO]
[STAMP: PHOTO-LAB OP-16]
[STAMP: RETURN TO F-4253]
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SS319/A6-3/A9
Serial: (02)
[STAMP: DECLASSIFIED -T-I-L]

From: The Commanding Officer.
To : The Commander-in-Chief, United States Fleet.
Via : (Official Channels).

SUBJECT: U.S.S. BOGIE (SS319) - Report of Second War
Patrol.

Enclosure: (A) Subject Report.
(B) Track Charts - 6 (ComSubS7thFlt only).

1. Enclosure (A), covering the second war patrol of
this vessel conducted in the SOUTH CHINA SEA area during the
period 15 November 1944 to 3 January 1945 is forwarded here-
with.

H. L. STURR.

[STAMP: DECLASSIFIED]

[STAMP: DECLASSIFIED-ART. 0445, OPNAVINST 5510.1C]
[HANDWRITTEN: BY OP-09B4C DATE 7/24/72]

[HANDWRITTEN: 106579]

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SUBJECT: USS BECUNA (33319) - Report of Second War Patrol.

2. Escorts were all shallow draft. Seas were
force 3 or 4, and I doubted if a shallow run tor-
pedo would hit them.

3. Lying to or making but little speed three
pinging ships had too good a chance of detecting
us.

4. Tanker was quite evidently going no place soon,
and it would be a simple matter to finish her off
after dark.

5. I did not know the size of the convoy. If
other ships were left I was getting hopelessly out
of contact. Reversed course.

1600(H) Surfaced while convoy was hidden in rain squall.
Asked OTC for convoy position. He informed me
that these ships were all that remained, and dir-
ected me to return to station. I assumed that he
or FLASHER intended to administer the coup de grace
after dark.

1707(H) Sighted FLASHER who came close aboard. He offered
our congratulations.

1903(H) Smoke on tanker blossomed into huge flame which
burned until 1925, when it suddenly disappeared.

5 December 1944
0017(Z) Arrived on station, resumed patrolling.

8 December 1944
0530(H) On orders from OTC shifted position east to
longitude 113.

9 December 1944
1920(H) Received contact report from FLASHER, who is 40
miles north of us. Enemy course 230°, speed 15
knots. I came to course 290°, flank speed to
intercept.

1953(H) FLASHER stated contact was possibly hospital ship.

2015(H) FLASHER confirmed contact as hospital ship. I
started back to station.

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## The USS Becuna's Second War Patrol: A Detailed Log

This document provides a detailed log of the USS Becuna's (SS319) second war patrol, covering events from December 10th to December 15th, 1944. The log records the submarine's movements, encounters, and actions during this period.

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**SUBJECT: USS BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Second War Patrol.**

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## The USS Becuna's Second War Patrol: A Glimpse into Submarine Warfare

This document provides a fascinating, albeit brief, look into the daily operations and encounters of the USS Becuna (SS319) during its Second War Patrol in December 1944. It details radar contacts, visual sightings, and the strategic decisions made by the submarine's crew.

**Key Events and Observations:**

**21 December 1944:**

*   **0550(H):** The Becuna received a radar contact report from another vessel (DAC) and immediately began heading towards it at standard speed. This highlights the importance of coordinated intelligence and rapid response in submarine warfare.
*   **0624(H):** The Becuna inquired about the number of ships in contact. DAC reported that the contact was a PC boat (Patrol Craft) and that she was retiring. The Becuna then returned to its original position. This suggests a cautious approach, avoiding unnecessary engagement with smaller, potentially well-armed patrol vessels.
*   **1232(H):** A "FLASHER" (likely another submarine or reconnaissance unit) reported a convoy consisting of 3 tankers, 1 AK (cargo ship), and 2 escort vessels. The convoy was passing at Latitude 12°-40' N, Longitude 109°-30' E, at 1000, course 010, speed 8. The report also mentions a "Bridge" (likely a command center or

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## The Battle of the Somme: A Devastating Offensive

The Battle of the Somme, fought from July 1 to November 18, 1916, was one of the largest and bloodiest battles of World War I. It pitted the British and French armies against the German Empire in a brutal attempt to break the stalemate on the Western Front. The battle is infamous for its staggering casualties, particularly on the first day, and its limited strategic gains.

**Background and Objectives:**

By 1916, the Western Front had devolved into a system of entrenched lines, with neither side able to achieve a decisive breakthrough. The French, under immense pressure at Verdun, urged the British to launch a major offensive to relieve the pressure and draw German troops away. The Somme offensive was conceived as a joint Anglo-French operation, with the primary objective of achieving a breakthrough in the German lines, followed by a cavalry advance into open country.

**The First Day (July 1, 1916): A Catastrophe**

The battle began with a week-long artillery bombardment, intended to destroy German trenches, barbed wire, and machine gun nests. However, the bombardment was largely ineffective. German dugouts, often 30 feet deep, protected their troops, and much of the barbed wire remained intact.

At 7:30 AM on July 1st, British infantry, laden with heavy equipment, advanced across no man's land in broad daylight. They were met by devastating German machine gun fire. The result was catastrophic:

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**SUBJECT: USS ESCU (S319) - Report of Second Patrol.**
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**(G) AIRCRAFT CONTACTS**

| No. | Time | Date | Lat.& Lon. | Type(s) | Range | Initial Course | Con- | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | | | | | | Speed | tacted | |
| 1. | 1250 | 11/21 | 12-36S, 120-09E | Biplane | 12 mi. | Circling | SD | Closed to 8 mi. and disappeared |
| 2. | 0953 | 11/26 | 06-37S, 120-39.5E | 2 eng. Pat. | 9 mi. | 020 | SD | Dove when range closed to 5 mi. No contact. |
| 3. | 0917 | 11/28 | 00-46N, 112-26E | Unk. | 10 mi. | Unk. | SD | Dove when range closed to 10 mi. |
| 4. | 1216 | 11/28 | 01-00N, 119-21E | Unk. | 10 mi. | Unk.

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SUBJECT: USS BACUNA (SS319) - report of second war Patrol.

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PCS-26/A16-3 SUBMARINE SQUADRON TWENTY-SIX My
Serial: (018) Care of Fleet Post Office,
San Francisco, California,
C O N F I D E N T I A L 14 January 1945.

FIRST ENDORSEMENT to
CO USS BECUNA (SS319) -
Report of Second War
Patrol.

From: Commander Submarine Squadron TWENTY SIX.
To: Commander in Chief, UNITED STATES FLEET.
Via: (1) Commander Submarines SEVENTH FLEET.
(2) Commander SEVENTH FLEET.

Subject: U.S.S. BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Second War Patrol.

1. BECUNA's second war patrol covered a period of 53 days, 39 of
which were spent in areas north of the Malay Barrier. BECUNA was one of a
coordinated attack Group consisting of HAWKBILL, FLASHER and BECUNA, with
Captain E.H. Bryant, U.S.N., as Group Commander, in HAWKBILL.

2. Although area coverage was good, only three days being spent
submerged, BECUNA was unfortunate in making few contacts which promised
attack possibilities. Five potentially worthwhile ship contacts were made.
The first was a tanker already torpedoed and eventually sunk by FLASHER.
The second turned out to be a hospital ship. The next contact, after having
been trailed for an hour and a half, was lost from sight in high periscope,
and contact was never regained. The fourth contact was on two DDs, at
dawn, with an angle on the bow of 180°. These DDs had been attacked by
HAWKBILL prior to dawn. The last contact, an escorted AO, bid fair to end
in a successful approach. BECUNA made a daylight "end around" in high seas
and poor visibility. Clearing weather forced her to dive at 18,000 yards,
with a large angle on the bow of the target, and repeated zigs away kept
the target at a minimum range of 10,000 yards.

3. On 2 January, a very effective and well conducted gun attack
succeeded in sinking a 300 ton sea truck. BECUNA's gun shooting in this
engagement was excellent, and the percentage of hits extremely high. Later
the same day this excellent shooting was repeated when an 800 ton sea truck
was sunk with 9 hits out of 12 shots from the 5"/25, at range closing from
6700 to 3700 yards. Radar spotting was used in both instances and hits
obtained very early.

4. BECUNA reached Fremantle, W.A., in good material condition,
except for the main storage battery, whose gravity has been gradually
falling off. Treatment of this battery, specifically prescribed by Bureau
of Ships will be given during the refit, which should be completed in the
normal time.

5. The Squadron Commander congratulates the Commanding Officer,
Officers and Crew of BECUNA on an arduous and well conducted patrol, and on
the sinking of two Japanese Sea Trucks by well executed gunfire.

[SIGNATURE: illegible squiggle]
L. J. HUFFMAN.

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F24-71/A16-3
Serial 0185
C-O-N-F-I-D-E-N-T-I-A-L

SECOND ENDORSEMENT to:
USS BECUNA Conf. Ltr.
410-3/49 Serial 02, dated
6 January, 1945. Report
of Second War Patrol.

From:
To:
Via:

Subject:

1. The Second War Patrol of the BECUNA was conducted in
the SOUTH CHINA SEA as a member of a coordinated search and attack
group which consisted of H.M.S. BALE, FLOUNDER and BECUNA; Captain E. H.
BALE, U.S.N., (OTC) in H.M.S. BALE.

2. No torpedo attacks were made. Two gun actions were
successful in sinking two small ships on 2 January. These attacks
were well conducted and the effectiveness of the gunfire is indica-
tive of a high state of training in the gun crew.

3. During a considerable part of time in the area the
BECUNA was assigned reconnaissance duty in connection with PHILIPPINE
Islands Operations.

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

5. The Force Commander commends the Commanding Officer,
Officers and Crew upon the completion of this patrol during which
the following damage was inflicted upon the enemy:

SUNK
1 - AMC
1 - MS

Total 1,100

UNITED STATES NAVY
14/pr
25 January 1945.

The Commander Submarines, SEVENTH FLEET.
The Commander in Chief, UNITED STATES FLEET.
The Commander, SEVENTH FLEET.

U.S.S. BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Second War
Patrol - Comment on.

800 Tons (Gunfire)
300 Tons (Gunfire)

3 0806

[SIGNATURE: J. M. FIFE]
J. M. FIFE.
[STAMP: ORIGINAL COPY.]

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UNITED STATES FLEET
COMMANDER SEVENTH FLEET

A16-3(8) (F-3-4/eeh)
Serial: 02177

Reg. No. [HANDWRITTEN: 3660]
R. S. No. 3 0806

[STAMP: 20 FEB 1945]

CONFIDENTIAL

THIRD ENDORSEMENT to:
CO, USS BECUNA (SS319)
conf ltr A16-3/A9 serial
02 dated 8 January 1945.

From: Commander Seventh Fleet.
To : Commander in Chief, United States Fleet,
Subject: U.S.S. BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Second War
Patrol.

1. Forwarded.

[SIGNATURE: R. H. Cruzen]
R. H. CRUZEN,
By direction.

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SS319/L16-3/49
Serial: (09)
[STAMP: DECLASSIFIED]
CONFIDENTIAL

U.S.S. BECUNA (SS319)
c/o Fleet Post Office,
San Francisco, Calif.,

22 March 1945.

From: The Commanding Officer.
To : The Commander-in-Chief, United States Fleet.
Via : (Official Channels).

SUBJECT: U.S.S. BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Third War
Patrol.

Enclosure: (A) Subject Report.
(B) Track Charts - 3 (ComSubs7thFlt only)

1. Enclosure (A), covering the third war patrol of
this vessel conducted in the SOUTH CHINA SEA area during the
period 4 February 1945 to 22 March 1945 is forwarded herewith.

H. D. STURR.

[STAMP: DECLASSIFIED]

[STAMP: DECLASSIFIED-ART. 005, OPNAVINST 5510.1C]
[HANDWRITTEN: W OP-09B9C DATE 5/24/72]

[HANDWRITTEN: "FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY"
page 31 only]

[HANDWRITTEN: 119745]

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SUBJECT: USS BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Third War Patrol.

(A) PROLOGUE

8 January 1945 Returned to FREMANTLE, WESTERN AUSTRALIA, from
             second war patrol. Moored alongside USS ANTHEDON.

9 January 1945 Submarine Division 261 relief crew relieved BECUNA
             crew and conducted refit.

23 January 1945 Refit crew relieved by BECUNA crew.

4 February 1945 Refit and training completed, left FREMANTLE in
             company with USS HAKEBILL for the BECUNA's third
             war patrol.

OPERATIONS

During refit installed double hatches and plugged
up holes in No. 7 MBT tank top made to accomodate
linoleum screws.

While in port, officers were transferred as
follows:

DETACHED

Lieut.(jg) Wilbert F. Marlow, U.S. Navy, to
Submarine Division 261, on 23 January 1945.

Lieut. (jg) Roger L. Hoeger, U.S. Naval Reserve,
to Submarine Division 261, on 23 January 1945.

Ensign Albert L. Boehme, U.S. Navy, to Submarine
Division 181, on 3 February 1945.

REPORTED

Lieut. Comdr. Nelson P. Watkins, U.S. Navy, for
temporary duty (FCO), on 27 January 1945.

Lieutenant John C. Theys, U.S. Navy, for duty,
on 27 January 1945.

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SUBJECT: USS BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Third War Patrol.

0911 At 100 feet depth, eleven minutes after a peris-
     cope exposure, heard pinging from southward. Came
     to 60 feet, discovered a SS(b), 7,550 tons, es-
     corted by a KUTSUKI DD and a DE coming north,
     12,000 yards range.

0934 Fired four stern tubes at destroyer, all missed.
     We used speed 14 knots with a spread covering 3
     knots speed error either way. Range was 2,500
     yards, track angle 120° port. We fired late be-
     cause we could not get a good speed check. Swung
     for bow shot at tanker. We had not been detected
     as yet.

0942 Fired six bow tubes at tanker, his speed 10 knots,
     range 2,600 yards, track angle 145° port. I spread
     these by periscope, two well aft, three along his
     side and the last one ahead. Down periscope. Heard
     timed hit for first or second torpedo. Raised peri-
     scope and he had already sunk except a small por-
     tion of his bow. Had Lt. Comdr. N. Y. Watkins,
     (FDO) verify sinking. Commenced working into
     deeper water (150 feet here) rigging for depth
     charge. DD and DE conducted a very fine depth
     charge drill for about 3 hours. All charges were
     astern and above except one which was below. Be-
     tween 60 and 70 charges were dropped. One vessel
     passed directly over us. Screws were plainly
     heard throughout the ship. He dropped no charges
     that time.

1335 All clear for an hour. Came to 60 feet, resumed
     normal patrol. It was very disheartening to miss
     the DD. After missing him I almost decided not
     to shoot at tanker, whose set up was not nearly
     as favorable. Ten torpedoes for one ship seemed
     very excessive, but decided it was not as bad as
     four torpedoes for none.

1907 Surfaced.

2010 Spoke the BLENNY. She had fired later at a convoy
     consisting of a tanker and two DE's. My convoy was
     a tanker, DD and DE. During our depth charging,
     sound had reported medium heavy screws once, and
     at another time reported three pingers. One pinger
     remained with us after others had departed. I be-
     lieve BLENNY's tanker came along with one LE. Our
     DE joined as a second escort with the DD remaining
     behind to hold us down. Incidentally, the BLENNY
     saw the bow of our tanker still sticking out, the
     stern on the bottom, on 23 February.

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SUBJECT: USS BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Third War Patrol.

1805 Through periscope sighted float monoplane
patrolling coast.

1940 Surfaced

11 March 1945
1450 While submerged, sighted floating mine at
Lat. 11°-35' N., Long. 109°-12' E.

13 March 1945
Patrolling on surface.

14 March 1945
1900 Heard plane in sector south of us attempting,
unsuccessfully, to raise the BLUEBACK and BULLHEAD,
answered him and asked him if message would be
of interest to the BECUNA. He answered affirm-
atively and gave us a contact report of a large
convoy which at 1630(H) had been at Lat. 08°-50'
N., Long. 105°-50' E., course 060, speed 5 knots.
He then asked for further instructions. Wishing
to know if the convoy stopped enroute or contin-
ued toward our area, I asked him to report every
four hours. He asked me to transmit this request
to his base. I did not wish to enter into radio
conversation with his base whose call I did not
even know, so informed him that I would transmit
information and my request to my task force com-
mander. I then transmitted his position report
plus a request for frequent reports to Comtaskfor
71. An incoming message at approximately this
time disclosed that Comtaskfor 71 was already
cognizant of the above convoy.

15 March 1945
Commenced four days of submerged patrolling off
P.D.R.N.

1950 Submerged for SD contact closing from 6 miles.
Plane got in to 2,550 yards by SJ radar before
radar went under.

16 March 1945
2105 Submerged for SD contact closing from 6 miles;
before radar went under, SD range was zero and
SJ pip had been lost at 1,500 yards.

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SUBJECT: USS BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Third War Patrol.

18 March 1945
1955
Surfaced, submerged patrol completed. Commenced
pulling clear of coast enroute to SUBIC BAY for
refit in accordance with orders from CTF 71.

2025
Turned over command of pack to BLENNY by SJ radar.

20 March 1945
0145
No. 5 FBT dry. Shifted suction to No. 6 Fuel Tank.

0319
Entered joint zone at Point M.L.

0710
Exchanged greetings with USS SEA ROBIN.

1946
Received FLUSHER's Serial 6, reporting ditched B25
at Lat. 13°-39' N., Long. 115°-40' E. Turned toward
at full speed, while we swore heartily at the com-
munication set-up that had permitted us to pass only
64 miles from this spot this afternoon. We wore
guarding VIXO (12630 Kc.), 355 Kc., and 2716 Kc.
(voice) in accordance with CTF 71 serial 90 of
February 1945. Had we been notified promptly we
could have searched the area prior to sunset.

21 March 1945
0213
Arrived at ditching spot. Contacted SEA ROBIN by
SJ radar, and commenced combined area search and
night torpedo practice for the Nips, firing Very
pistols so as to wake up the zoomies and/or coach
the Nips on.

0326
Received orders to clear blind bombing zone as all
planes had returned safely. Proceeded north at
full speed.

0706
Entered safety lane and changed course to east
heading for rendezvous.

1800
Converted and flushed out No. 3&5 FBT's.

22 March 1945
0426
Contacted escort, U.S.S. D.L.Y.

1000
Entered SUBIC BAY.

(C) WEATHER
Normal weather was experienced during this patrol.

(D) TIDAL INFORMATION
Tides and currents were in general as
indicated in the sailing directions.

(E) NAVIGATIONAL IDS
None sighted.

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**SUBJECT:** USS BECUNA (SS319) Report of Third War Patrol.

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SUBJECT: USS BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Third War Patrol.

ATTACK NO. 1

| Torpedo No.       | 55919       | 53692       | 54373       | 54451       |
| Tube Fired        | 7           | 8           | 9           | 10          |
| Track Angle       | 120° P      | 120° P      | 120° P      | 120° P      |
| Gyro Angle        | 153°-30'    | 155°-32'    | 157°-30'    | 159°-58'    |
| Depth Set         | 3 ft.       | 3 ft.       | 3 ft.       | 3 ft.       |
| Power             | -           | -           | -           | -           |
| Hit or Miss       | Miss        | Miss        | Miss        | Miss        |
| Erratic           | No          | No          | No          | No          |
| Mark Torpedo      | 18-1        | 18-1        | 18-1        | 18-1        |
| Serial No.        | 2707        | 390         | 1099        | 1203        |
| Mark Exploder     | 8-5         | 8-5         | 8-5         | 8-5         |
| Serial No.        | Unk.        | 16560       | 10332       | 9160        |
| Actuation Set     | Contact     | Contact     | Contact     | Contact     |
| Actuation Actual  | -           | -           | -           | -           |
| Mark Warhead      | 18          | 18          | 13-2        | 13-1        |
| Serial No.        | Unk.        | 1141        | 1658        | 1504        |
| Explosive         | Torpex      | Torpex      | Torpex      | Torpex      |
| Firing Interval   | 0           | 10 sec.     | 10 sec.     | 10 sec.     |
| Type Spread       | 3 kts.      | 3 kts.      | 3 kts.      | 3 kts.      |
| Sea Conditions    | Force 3     | Force 3     | Force 3     | Force 3     |
| Overhaul Activity | SUBLACO     | SUBLACO     | AS24        | AS24        |
| Remarks           | None        | None        | None        | None        |

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SUBJECT: USS PECUN. (SS319) Report of Third War Patrol.

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SUBJECT: USS BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Third War Patrol.

ATTACK NO. 2

| | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torpedo No. | 33849 | 65943 | 66392 | 63534 | 50487 | 49512
| Tube Fired | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6
| Track Angle | 145 P | 145 P | 145 P | 145 P | 145 P | 145 P
| Gyro Angle | 026º30' | 022º45' | 021º00' | 019º30' | 021º00' | 020º15'
| Depth Set | 5 ft. | 5 ft. | 5 ft. | 5 ft. | 5 ft. | 5 ft.
| Power | - | - | High | High | - | -
| Hit or Miss | Hit | Miss | Miss | Miss | Miss | Miss
| Erratic | No | No | No | No | No | No
| Mark Torpedo | 23 | 23 | 14-34 | 14-34 | 23 | 23
| Serial No. | 5185 | None | None | 19032 | 2019 | 1044
| Mark Exploder | 6-5 | 6-5 | 6-5 | 6-5 | 6-5 | 6-5
| Serial No. | 26421 | 11471 | 19684 | 25688 | 26368 | 3891
| Actuation Set | Contact | Contact | Contact | Contact | Contact | Contact
| Actuation Actual | Contact | - | - | - | - | -
| Mark Warhead | 16-1 | 16-1 | 16-1 | 16-1 | 16-1 | 16-1
| Serial No. | 13585 | 15392 | 16607 | 17797 | 15298 | 17363
| Explosive | Torpex | Torpex | Torpex | Torpex | Torpex | Torpex
| Firing Interval | 0 | 11 sec. | 8 sec. | 8 sec. | 8 sec. | 8 sec.
| Type Spread | Peri. | Peri. | Peri. | Peri. | Peri. | Peri.
| Sea Conditions | For. 3 | For. 3 | For. 3 | For. 3 | For. 3 | For. 3
| Overhaul Activity | AS24 | AS24 | AS24 | AS24 | AS24 | AS24

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SUBJECT: USS BEGUN. (SS319) - Report of Third War Patrol.

(I) MINES

No. | Time Date | Latitude Longitude | True Bearing | Range | Remarks
----||||-------|
1.  | 0812      | 04-13.5 S.         | 120°         | 500   | Exploded with gun
    | 2/14      | 110-35 E.          |              |       | fire (.30 cal.rifle).
2.  | 1403      | 11-22 N.           | 267°         | 1,000 | Exploded with B.A.R.
    | 2/25      | 109-22 E.          |              |       |
3.  | 0023      | 11-12.5 N.         | 045°         | 200   |
    | 3/6       | 109-06 E.          |              |       |
4.  | 0643      | 11-19.15 N.        | 255°         | 500   | Sunk by B.A.R.
    | 3/7       | 110-16 E.          |              |       |
5.  | 1450      | 11-34.8 N.         | 090°         | 400   | Sighted thru peri-
    | 3/11      | 109-12 E.          |              |       | scope while submer-
    |           |                    |              |       | ged. Mine drifted
    |           |                    |              |       | clear.

(J) ANTI SUBMARINE MEASURES AND EVASION TACTICS

On 22 February 1945, after sinking a tanker, this
vessel was subjected to a depth charge attack by
a destroyer and a destroyer escort. The destroyer
employed a variable frequency sound search ranging
from 18 to 26.5 kilocycles; the destroyer escort
used a sound search with a frequency centered at
15.2 kilocycles.

Evasive tactics employed by this vessel consisted
of running silently, keeping the escorts abaft the
beam, and going as deep as the shallow water would
permit.

No temperature gradients were present.

(K) MAJOR DEFECTS AND DAMAGE

No. 2 ME | No. 2 main engine out of commission 23 February
         | due to broken cylinder head holding down stud in
         | unit #1. Renewed stud and inspected all holding
         | down studs. Found broken studs in units #9, #11,
         | and #12. In each case it was the inner forward
         | stud which was broken. Renewed studs, checked
         | torque on all holding down nuts to 675 psi. and
         | placed engine back in commission.

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SUBJECT: U.S.S. BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Third War Patrol.
Radio Log - Reception Conditions (Cont'd).

Date      Time    Position          Transmitting    Frequency    Signal
          GCT                       Station                      Strength

3/7/45    0000    11-32N, 109-18E   VIL.O           12630        3
"         0100    11-26N, 109-25E   "               "            3
"         0200    11-26N, 109-23E   "               "            1
"         0300    11-26N, 109-21E   "               "            0
"         0400    11-26N, 109-18E   "               "            2
"         0500    11-27N, 109-19E   "               "            1
"         0600    11-28N, 109-23E   "               "            3
"         0700    11-29N, 109-21E   "               "            3/4
"         0800    11-28N, 109-23E   "               "            4
"         0900    11-32N, 109-23E   "               "            4
"         1000    11-28N, 109-24E   "               "            3
"         1100    11-24N, 109-13E   "               "            4
"         1200    11-20N, 109-04E   "               9250         5
"         1300    11-15N, 108-55E   "               "            "
"         1400    11-18N, 109-03E   "               "            "
"         1500    11-18N, 109-04E   "               "            4
"         1600    11-19N, 109-05E   "               "            3
"         1700    11-17N, 109-02E   "               "            4
"         1800    11-16N, 109-06E   "               "            3
"         1900    11-08N, 109-16E   "               "            4
"         2000    11-10N, 109-12E   "               "            3
"         2100    11-11N, 109-09E   "               "            "
"         2200    11-10N, 109-12E   "               "            2
"         2300    11-10N, 109-15E   "               "            1
3/8/45    0000    11-09N, 109-19E   "               "            1
"         0700    10-59N, 109-12E   "               12630        "
"         0800    11-03N, 109-16E   "               "            1-2
"         0900    11-01N, 109-14E   "               "            3
"         1000    10-59N, 109-12E   "               "            4
"         1100    11-05N, 109-10E   "               "            "
"         1200    11-06N, 109-10E   "               9250         "
"         1300    11-08N, 109-09E   "               "            "
"         1400    11-13N, 109-10E   "               "            5
"         1500    11-21N, 109-15E   "               "            4
"         1600    11-27N, 109-19E   "               "            3
"         1700    11-19N, 109-30E   "               "            4
"         1800    11-25N, 109-19E   "               "            2
"         1900    11-30N, 109-22E   "               "            1
"         2000    11-28N, 109-24E   "               "            3
"         2100    11-30N, 109-20E   "               "            4
3/9/45    1400    11-30N, 109-19E   "               "            "
"         1600    11-34N, 109-23E   "               "            3
"         1700    11-32N, 109-21E   "               "            2
"         1800    11-32N, 109-21E   "               "            3
"         1900    11-38N, 109-25E   "               "            2-3
"         2000    11-33N, 109-21E   "               "            3
"         2100    11-38N, 109-24E   "               "            2
"         2200    11-45N, 109-18E   "               "            2

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SUBJECT: USS BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Third War Patrol.

Bunking and head facilities were adequate with
nine men alternating in the use of six bunks.

Food stowage and cooling facilities were adequate.
Ample amounts of food were provided in sufficient
variety. A dietetically correct menus for
the run. The ice cream freezer supplied tasty and
nourishing desserts. The eggs were very strong in
taste and the butter became mouldy. They appeared
to be satisfactory on loading.

Movies, the radio, books, magazines and games
helped break the monotony of the patrol and keep
the outlook of the men fairly bright.

(Q) PERSONNEL

(a) Number of men on board during patrol - 74
(b) Number of men qualified at start of patrol - 53
(c) Number of men qualified at end of patrol - 66
(d) Number of unqualified men making their 1st patrol - 8
(e) Number of men advanced in rating during patrol - 5

The performance of duty by all hands was satisfactory
in all respects.

(R) MILES STEAMED - FUEL USED

FREMANTLE to area - 1842 miles - 22,439 gallons
In area - 7510 miles - 57,120 gallons
Area to SUBIC BAY - 647 miles - 9,900 gallons
Total 9999 miles - 89,459 gallons

(S) DURATION

Days enroute to area - 8
Days in area - 36
Days enroute to base - 2
Days submerged - 12

(T) FACTORS OF ENDURANCE REMAINING

Torpedoes Fuel Provisions Personnel
14 46,000 gallons 15 days 20 days

Limiting factor this patrol - Orders of Task Force Commander.

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FC5-26/A16-3
Serial ( 061 )

FIRST ENDORSEMENT to
CO BECUNA Conf. ltr.
SS319/A16-3/A9 Serial
09 of 22 March 1945.

CONFIDENTIAL

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

SUBMARINE SQUADRON TWENTY SIX
Care of Fleet Post Office,
San Francisco, California,
24 March 1945.

Subject: U.S.S. BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Third War Patrol.

1. The third war patrol of BECUNA was conducted in the SOUTH CHINA
SEA on the southeast coast of French Indo China. BECUNA conducted a coordinated
patrol with U.S.S. BIKINY (SS329) and U.S. GUAVINA (SS362) with the Commanding
Officer, BECUNA as group commander.

2. The patrol extended over a period of 46 days, 30 of which were
spent in the area. Seventeen days and one night were spent submerged close in
to the coast.

3. Despite numerous aircraft contacts area coverage was good. Only
two ship contacts were made worthy of torpedo fire. The first, consisting of
one AO escorted by one DD and one DE, was successfully attacked. The second
consisting of two vessels (one AO and one DE) was encountered by radar.
After being detected by an enemy aircraft while tracking this convoy BECUNA was
forced down by a plane and during the depth charge attack which followed unin-
tentionally grounded. Possible damage to the rudder will be investigated on
drydocking.

Torpedo Attack No. 1 followed a submerged periscope approach on an AO escorted
by a TENSHIN-II DD and a DE. Four electric torpedoes were fired at the DD from
the stern tubes from a range of 2900 yards using a 120° port track and approx-
imately 25° gyro angles. All torpedoes missed, probably due to over-estimating
the target's speed.

Torpedo Attack No. 2 followed attack No. 1 in 8 minutes. Six steam tor-
pedoes were fired at the AO from the bow tubes from a range of 2600 yards using
a 145° port track and approximately 22° gyro angles. One hit sank the target;
the sinking was verified by BIKINY.

4. Success of communications with aircraft were in general above
average. The voice wolf-pack frequency was the most satisfactory means of com-
munications. HF on the 142.74 KCS channel was generally satisfactory up to 15-
18 miles. Pilots appeared well briefed and knew the effective frequencies. BECUNA
and submarines they might encounter; they were not security conscious. BECUNA
was embarrassed by not having the aircraft CW calls - nor did she know that the
secondary Rocco Frequency was guarded continuously by the air base.

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Serial (061)

FIRST ENDORSEMENT to
CO BECUNA Conf. ltr.
SS319/A16-3/A9 Serial
09 of 22 March 1945.

CONFIDENTIAL

Subject: U.S.S. BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Third War Patrol.

SUBMARINE SQUADRON TWENTY SIX
Py
Care of Fleet Post Office,
San Francisco, California,
24 March 1945.

5. With the exception of possible damage to the rudder, which is
indicated by excessive noise, the material condition of BECUNA is good. The
hydraulic system is noisy but it is expected that the refit can be accomplished
in the normal time. Health and morale of the crew is excellent.

6. The Squadron Commander congratulates the Commanding Officer,
officers and crew on sinking a valuable enemy vessel.

[SIGNATURE: L. J. Huffman]
L. J. HUFFMAN.

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FE24-71/A16-3 UNITED STATES NAVY 14/dn
Serial 0685 18 April 1945
C-O-N-F-I-D-E-N-T-I-A-L

SECOND ENDORSEMENT to
USS BECUNA Conf Ltr.
A16-3/A9 Serial 09, dated
22 March, 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. BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Third War
Patrol - Comment on.

1. The Third War Patrol of the BECUNA, under the com-
mand of Commander H. D. STURR, U.S.N., was conducted in the SOUTH
CHINA SEA in the areas off the Coast of INDO-CHINA. BECUNA was
(OTC) of a Coordinated Group consisting of BECUNA, GLENNY and
GUAVINA.

2. On 22 February, two periscope attacks were made on
a convoy consisting of one tanker and two escorts. At 0934(I)
BECUNA fired four electric torpedoes at one DD escort, but all
missed. The target group was not alerted, so BECUNA fired six bow
tubes at the tanker at 0942, and sank him with one hit.

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

4. The Commanding Officer, Officers and Crew of the
BECUNA are congratulated on the completion of this well conducted
patrol during which the following damage was inflicted upon the
enemy:

S-U-N-K
1 - AO (SA(b) Estimated Tonnage 7,500 - SU) 7,500 Tons

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

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

SECOND ENDORSEMENT to:
USS BECUNA Conf. Ltr.
A16-3/A9 Serial 09, dated
22 March, 1945. Report of
Third War Patrol.

Subject: U.S.S. BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Third War
Patrol - Comment on.

DISTRIBUTION

Cominch (3) Direct ComSubRon-22 (2)
Vice Opnav (2) Direct ComSubRon-26 (2)
Vice Opnav Op-23o (1) ComSubRon-30 (2)
ComlstFlt (1) DivComsSubRon-22 (1 ea)
Com2ndFlt (1) DivComsSubRon-26 (1 ea)
Com3rdFlt (1) DivComsSubRon-30 (1 ea)
ComSubslstFlt (30) S/M School, N.L.,Conn. (2)
ComSubs2ndFlt (4) Comdt. NYD, Puget Sound (1)
CTF-71 (7) SubAd, Mare Island (2)
CTG-71.5 (2) S/Ms 7thFlt (1)
CTG-71.8 (2)

THIS REPORT WILL BE DESTROYED PRIOR
TO ENTRY INTO ENEMY CONTROLLED WATERS.

[HANDWRITTEN: 3 mil]
[SIGNATURE: J. B. Miller]
J. B. MILLER,
Flag Secretary.

[STAMP: RECEIVED]
[STAMP: 19 JUN 1945]
[STAMP: COMMANDER]
[STAMP: SEVENTH FLEET]
[HANDWRITTEN: 42993]

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UNITED STATES FLEET
COMMANDER SEVENTH FLEET

A16-3(8)(F-3-o/bc)
Serial [HANDWRITTEN: 04148]

[STAMP: Reg. No. [HANDWRITTEN: F-1289]
R.S. No. [HANDWRITTEN: 7 0383]
[STAMP: 21 JUN 1945]]

CONFIDENTIAL
THIRD ENDORSEMENT on:
CO, USS BECUNA (SS319),
Conf. ltr., serial 09,
dated 22 March 1945.
Report of Third War Patrol.

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

Subject: U.S.S. BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Third War
Patrol.

1. Forwarded.

2. The Commander Seventh Fleet congratulates the
BECUNA for the damage inflicted on the enemy.

[SIGNATURE: Wm. S. [UNCLEAR: Farber]]
THOS. J. COLES,
Chief of Staff.

Copy to:
ComSubs7thFlt
ComSubRon 26
CO, USS BECUNA (SS319)

[HANDWRITTEN: R+L]
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SS319/A16-3/A9
Serial: (013)
DECLASSIFIED-T-I-A-L

From: The Commanding Officer.
To : The Commander-in-Chief, United States Fleet.
Via : (Official Channels)

SUBJECT: U.S.S. BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Fourth War
Patrol.

ENCLOSURES: (1) Subject Report.
(2) Track Chart (ComSubs7thFlt only).

1. Enclosure (A) covering the fourth war patrol of
this vessel conducted in the SOUTH CHINA SEA area during the
period 15 April 1945 to 24 May 1945 is forwarded herewith.

DECLASSIFIED-ART. 0445, OPMANINST 5510.1C
BY [HANDWRITTEN: OP-09B9c] DATE [HANDWRITTEN: 5/24/72]

[HANDWRITTEN: 128712] U.S.S. BECUNA (SS319),
c/o Fleet Post Office,
San Francisco, Calif.,

24 May 1945.

H. D. STURR.

[STAMP: DECLASSIFIED]

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SUBJECT: USS BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Fourth War Patrol.

2234 He opened fire on us with his deck gun. Now it
     became apparent that he was a small patrol boat
     of under 150 feet at a range of under 4,000 yards.
     This identification was confirmed by HARDHEAD, who
     later informed us that they had sighted and avoid-
     ed two small patrol boats earlier today. We pulled
     clear to eastward and set course for GREAT REDANG
     ISLAND to intercept target. While one ship was
     engaging us, the other pulled out to the westward.

24 April
     Still working on SJ radar.

0630 Commenced surface patrol off GREAT REDANG ISLAND.

0631 Received message from HARDHEAD suggesting the
     establishment of a scouting line off PULO KAPAS.
     Agreed and message was sent and receipted for by
     voice on WOLFPACO frequencies. HARDHEAD apparent-
     ly can receive voice only. At

0842 Headed southeast along the coast.

1100 Contact on SD closing. Dove.

1130 Surfaced.

1200 Position Lat. 05-32 N., Long. 103-28 E.

1341 Contacted search plane by CW. He had no informa-
     tion for us.

1343 Commenced surface patrol off PULO KAPAS. Numerous
     fishing boats in towards shore.

1535 After installing spare SJ transmitter SJ radar
     finally back in commission.

2200 Established radar communication with HARDHEAD.
     BECUNA took offshore patrol. HARDHEAD inshore.

25 April
0820 Spoke HARDHEAD and headed in for submerged in-
     shore patrol. HARDHEAD remaining on surface off-
     shore.

0950 Dove for submerged patrol. Observed several junks,
     numerous smaller fishing boats, and a great many
     floating poles about ten feet of which extended
     above water. They appeared to be in pairs about
     300 feet apart. Were careful not to go between
     them. None of the fishing craft appeared to have
     motors, radios or armament.

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SUBJECT: USS B.CUMMINGS (SS319) - Report of Fourth War Patrol.

17 May
0045         Sent B.CUMMINGS Serial 2 to CTF 71 reporting that we
             were clearing area for JAVA SEA.

1147         Sighted sailboat. (Ship contact No. 5) Headed
             toward at full speed.

1150         Stations for battle surface.

1200         Position Lat. 00-59 S., Long 103-03 E.

1229         Fired a shot across the bow and boarded the 30
             ton schooner KASIMIR K.D.I. of BALIKPAPAN, JAVA.
             Ship was in ballast, and only one man
             aboard could speak broken English. When asked
             him if he wanted to come with us, he said, "No,
             I have a wife and mother at home. If I had only
             one, I'd come with you, but two are too many to
             leave behind." Relieved Captain of his ship's
             papers for intelligence purposes.

1237         Pulled clear, all the schooner crew being very
             pleased to have their pictures taken.

1245         Conducted training, firing of all surface weapons
             at large stumps.

1254         Training firing completed. Resumed patrol.

1636         Sighted periscope and large bubble bearing 120°
             relative, distance 200 yards. (Ship contact No.6)
             Headed away at flank speed.

1655         Dove. No further sign of our contact. It might
             have been H.M.S.D.D., if it wasn't for the bubble.

2005         Surfaced and commenced transit of MALACCA STRAIT.
             SJ radar interference picked up on port quarter.
             Subsequently identified as H.M.S.D.D., with whom
             we exchanged information about missing serials.

2300         Received CTF 71 orders to proceed direct to
             FREMANTLE.

18 May
0005         An unidentified object not sighted from the bridge
             hit ship on starboard side abreast the forward
             engine room. We cleared the immediate area at
             flank speed. While this was probably a sunken
             log, we were taking no chances.

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SUBJECT: USS BEGUKA (S3319) - Report of Fourth War Patrol.

and receiver tubes were replaced with tested tubes
and in addition the modulation network and entire
converter assembly were replaced. The spare trans-
mitter-receiver functioned satisfactorily except
for failure of one condenser (C-224-B).

The SJ radar was operated for 492 hours (76 hours
with the first transmitter-receiver and 416 hours
with the spare transmitter-receiver).

(N) SOUND GEAR AND SOUND CONDITIONS

QB and QC-J sound gear operated with no major
operational difficulties. Early in the patrol the
push-to-magnetize switch (X-101) in the JP-2 am-
plifier failed and applied full 110 volts to the
JP head. The ground resistance of the JP element
dropped to 5,000 ohms with resultant lowered sensi-
tivity. Sound operators reported poorer response
at high frequencies thereafter. On three occasions
severe hum was encountered in the JP-2 amplifier.
It persisted about ten minutes and vanished before
the source could be located.

(O) DENSITY LAYERS

No unusual density layers were encountered on
this patrol.

(P) HEALTH, FOOD, AND HABITABILITY

Our last leave period was spent in unhealthful
surroundings. Since that time, until almost the
end of the patrol, an unusually high number of
cases of sore throat, severe head and chest colds
and associated illnesses, including 2 cases of
athlete's foot, were experienced. At the conclusion of
the patrol conditions were almost normal. Eleven
man days were lost among the crew because of ill-
ness and one officer was on the sick list for one
day.

Routine minor ailments, athletes foot, heat rash,
constipation, etc., occurred in normal numbers.
Torpedo alcohol was issued in empty vitamin bot-
tles to remedy heat rash with instructions to
douche the affected area liberally two or three
times daily. It proved an effective remedy.

Air conditioning and ventilation as usual were ex-
cellent. Condensate water from the air condition-
ing provided plenty of bathing and laundry water.
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Serial: 066
C-O-N-F-I-D-E-N-T-I-A-L

FIRST ENDORSEMENT to
USS BECUNA (SS319) -
Report of Fourth War
Patrol.

From:
To :
Via :

Subject:

SUBMARINE SQUADRON THIRTY

Care of Fleet Post Office,
San Francisco, California,
24 May 1945.

The Commander Submarine Squadron THIRTY.
The Commander in Chief, U.S. Fleet.
(1) The Commander Submarines, SEVENTH Fleet.
(2) The Commander in Chief, SEVENTH Fleet.

U.S.S. BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Fourth War Patrol.

1. The fourth war patrol of the BECUNA under the command of
Commander H. D. STURR, U.S.N., was conducted in the Gulf of Siam and the
South China Sea Areas. Patrol was of 39 days duration of which 33 days
were spent on station.

2. Area coverage was excellent, however, there were no contacts
worthy of torpedo fire. Numerous sailboats were contacted and two boarded.

3. On 23 April, two radar equipped patrol boats were contacted
and avoided on the surface when one fired on BECUNA. There were three
periscope sightings which were avoided. No enemy planes were sighted
during this patrol.

4. The BECUNA returned from patrol in good material condition.
Refit will be completed in normal time.

5. The Squadron Commander congratulates the Commanding Officer,
officers and crew upon completion of a well planned and determined patrol,
and sympathizes with them in their natural disappointment over the total
absence of targets.

[SIGNATURE: C. C. Smith]
C. C. SMITH.

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FE24-71/A16-3
Serial 0110-A
C-O-N-F-I-D-E-N-T-I-A-L
[UNCLEAR: CONFIDENTIAL]
SECOND ENDORSEMENT to:
USS BECUNA Conf. Ltr.
A16-3/A9 Serial 013 dated
24 May 1945. Report of
Fourth War Patrol.

From:
To:
Via:

Subject:

1.
Commander H. D. STURR, U.S.N., was well conducted and area coverage
was thorough.

2.
vessels worthy of torpedo fire and no damage was inflicted on the
enemy.

3.
realized the Navy search planes covering the MALAY Coast and GULF
of SIAM must necessarily maintain radio and radar silence, their
lack of use of IFF equipment often forced him to dive before the
plane was close enough to be recognized as friendly. This situa-
tion has been reported before by other submarines and tends to
prevent the establishment of aircraft submarine communications with
consequent inability of aircraft to report contacts to submarines
in the vicinity. It is felt that in certain search sectors aircraft
can safely use IFF without endangering their mission and submarine
liaison officers have been instructed to request that they do so
whenever possible.

4.
authorized for this patrol.

UNITED STATES NAVY

17 June 1945.

The Commander Submarines SEVENTH FLEET.
The Commander in Chief, UNITED STATES FLEET.
The Commander SEVENTH FLEET.

U.S.S. BECUNA (SS-319) - Report of Fourth War
Patrol - Comment on.

The BECUNA's Fourth War Patrol under the command of

In spite of this no contacts were made with enemy

The Commanding Officer remarks that, although he

The award of the Submarine Combat Insignia is not

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

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FE24-71/A16-3                               UNITED STATES NAVY             12/ar

Serial 0110-A
C-O-N-F-I-D-E-N-T-I-A-L

SECOND ENDORSEMENT to:                                          17 June 1945.
USS BECUNA Conf. ltr.
A16-3/A9 Serial 013 dated
24 May 1945. Report of
Fourth War Patrol.

Subject:        U.S.S. BECUNA (SS-319) - Report of Fourth War
                Patrol - Comment on.

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[STAMP: REG. NO] [HANDWRITTEN: 5-62268]
[STAMP: R.S. NO] [HANDWRITTEN: 8929]
[STAMP: REG. SHEET NO] [HANDWRITTEN: 117]

UNITED STATES FLEET
COMMANDER SEVENTH FLEET

A16-3(8)(F-3-c/bo)
Serial [HANDWRITTEN: 04512]

[STAMP: 1 JUL 1945]

THIRD ENDORSEMENT on:
CO, USS BECUNA (SS319)
Conf. ltr., serial 013,
dated 24 May 1945. Report
of Fourth War Patrol.

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

Subject: U.S.S. BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Fourth War
Patrol.

1. Forwarded.

Copy to:
ComSubs7thFlt
ComSubRon 30
CO, USS BECUNA (SS319)

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

[HANDWRITTEN: R&b]
[HANDWRITTEN: was]
[HANDWRITTEN: X]
[HANDWRITTEN: 7-0265]

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SS319/A16-3/A9
Serial: (015)
DECLASSIFIED[STRIKETHROUGH: T-I-A-L]

U.S.S. BECUNA (SS319),
c/o Fleet Post Office,
San Francisco, Calif.,

27 July 1945.

From: The Commanding Officer.
To : The Commander-in-Chief, United States Fleet.
Via : (Official Channels).
SUBJECT: U.S.S. BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Fifth War
Patrol.

ENCLOSURE: (A) Subject Report.
(B) Track Chart (ComSubs7thFlt only).

1. Enclosure (A) covering the fifth war patrol of
this vessel conducted in the EAST JAVA SEA area during the
period 21 June 1945 to 27 July 1945 is forwarded herewith.

W. J. BUSH.

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

[HANDWRITTEN: 9-020]

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A história da humanidade é um vasto e complexo tapeçaria, tecida com os fios de inúmeras civilizações, culturas e eventos. Desde os primeiros hominídeos que vagavam pelas savanas africanas até as sociedades globais interconectadas de hoje, a jornada humana tem sido marcada por inovação, conflito, cooperação e uma busca incessante por significado.

Os primórdios da civilização remontam à Revolução Neolítica, quando a agricultura transformou grupos nômades de caçadores-coletores em comunidades assentadas. Isso levou ao desenvolvimento de aldeias, cidades e, eventualmente, aos primeiros estados e impérios. Mesopotâmia, Egito, Vale do Indo e China foram berços de algumas das mais antigas e influentes civilizações, cada uma contribuindo com avanços em escrita, matemática, astronomia, arquitetura e governança.

A Antiguidade Clássica, com a Grécia e Roma, moldou profundamente o pensamento ocidental. Os gregos legaram-nos a filosofia, a democracia, o teatro e os fundamentos da ciência e da matemática. Os romanos, por sua vez, construíram um vasto império, desenvolveram o direito, a engenharia e a administração, e espalharam sua cultura por grande parte da Europa, Norte da África e Oriente Médio.

A Idade Média, muitas vezes vista como um período de estagnação na Europa após a queda de Roma, foi, na verdade, uma época de grande dinamismo em outras partes do mundo. O Império

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SUBJECT: USS DEOUNA (SS319) - Report of Fifth War Patrol.

0735        Submerged for closer look at GOA GOA ISLAND.
0835        Surfaced.
0925        Sighted a launch towing a small barge between
            GOA and KANGEAN ISLAND. Manned sta-
            tions for Battle Surface.
0933        SD contact 8 miles; dived.
0936        One bomb, loud but not close.
1045        Surfaced.
1050        SD contact 10 miles; dived.
1200        Position: Lat. 06-52 S., Long. 114-54 E.
1211        Surfaced.
1215        Sighted one Pete on port quarter about seven
            miles, dived.
1240        Sighted two Petes from periscope depth close
            aboard ebeam to starboard about fifty feet
            above the water.
1345        Sighted two planes close aboard port quarter,
            still very close to water. This is an unusual-
            ly persistent pair. Makes us wonder if our
            ship is showing.
2015        Surfaced, converted #4 FBT to a 1BT.
2150        Submerged to flush out #4 MBT.
2235        Surfaced.

3 July
1200        Position: Lat. 06-11 S., Long 115-27 E.
1905        Submerged for trim dive.
1927        Surfaced.

4 July
1009        Submerged for trim dive.
1125        Surfaced.
1200        Position: Lat. 05-16.5 S., Long. 115-57 E.
2322        Received CT 71's serial 52 concerning change
            of patrol area.

5 July
0400        Sent HARDHEAD message informing her of our
            course and speed.
0727        Submerged for trim dive.
0850        Surfaced.
1005        Received message from HARDHEAD asking if we
            were joining her.
1020        Replied in the affirmative and asked if she
            had contact.
1030        Plane sighted at about six miles; dived.
1130        Surfaced.
1140        HARDHEAD replied she had no contact and request-
            ed our position.
1200        Position: Lat. 06-04.5 S., Long. 113-56 E.

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SUBJECT! USS BEGUN (SS ) - Report of Fifth War Patrol.

1200        Position: Lat. 05-14 S., Long. 110-35 E.
2140        Effected rendezvous with LOGGERHEAD and LIZARD-
            FISH and received instructions from LOGGERHEAD
            on plan of attack.
2214        Enroute SUBIC ANCHORAGE in company with
            LOGGERHEAD and LIZARDFISH.

13 July
0059        SJ contact, 34,000 yards. Manned tracking
            party. Target stopped, believed to be pier
            or structure near waterfront.
0112        Manned Battle Stations.
0125        Received LOGGERHEAD's message "I'm attacking."
0140        obtained no hits and suspected presence of
            torpedo nets.
0143        Heard the first of several explosions.
0156        Intercepted LOGGERHEAD's message to LIZARD-
            FISH that she was being chased by escorts.
0200        LIZARDFISH informed LOGGERHEAD that she
            was attacking escorts.
0212        LIZARDFISH reported she missed escort with
            six and was retiring, being chased by escort.
0229        LIZARDFISH notified the LOGGERHEAD that she
            had three or four escorts in tow distance
            5,000 to 6,000 yards and that she was lead-
            ing them past LOGGERHEAD.
0303        Escorts started chasing LOGGERHEAD and
            LIZARDFISH again attacked the escorts.
0327        LIZARDFISH said she missed with four torpedoes
            and was once more leading the escort pack.
0335        LIZARDFISH started firing 5" at the escorts.
0336        LOGGERHEAD said that she was approaching to
            lend a hand.
0339        LIZARDFISH said she was loading escorts to-
            ward LOGGERHEAD.
0345        Made ready all torpedo tubes and commenced
            approach on escorts.
0350        Broke off approach because LOGGERHEAD moved
            over in line with escorts.
0406        Fell in astern of LOGGERHEAD and LIZARDFISH
            for concerted attack on escorts.
0422        Manned 5" gun.
0430        Secured 5" gun party and started clearing
            anchorage. We were low man on the totem
            pole during the night's activities. Spent
            most of the time keeping clear of the LOG-
            GERHEAD and LIZARDFISH. During the coordin-
            ated gun attack, the LOGGERHEAD and the
            LIZARDFISH crossed ahead of the escort group
            leaving us to very nearly run into them and
            unable to fire gun or torpedoes because the
            LOGGERHEAD and LIZARDFISH were in line of fire.
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SUBJECT: USS BACUNA (SS319) - Report of Fifth War Patrol.

0505 Secured from Battle Stations.
0714 Submerged still clearing area.
1200 Position: Lat. 05-45.5 S., Long. 109-56.15 E.
2040 Surfaced.

14 July
0743 Submerged for trim dive.
0830 Surfaced.
1200 Position: Lat. 05-07 S., Long. 111-42.15 E.
1445 Sent information to BLENNY concerning our
      encounter with OTORI torpedo boat on 5 July.
1849 Sighted large sailboat and decided to in-
      vestigate at dusk.
1955 Manned stations for Battle Surface.
2055 Alongside but no one, of the evidently
      native crew, could speak English. Medium
      seas made boarding impractical so left him.

15 July
0500 Received orders from BLENNY to form scout-
      ing line with her and BOARFISH.
0726 Submerged.
1200 Position: Lat. 05-41 S., Long. 114-37.30 E.
2015 Surfaced.
2026 Exchanged calls with BAYA to east.
2130 Exchanged calls with BOARFISH to southwest.
2320 SJ contact, 19,000 yards; manned tracking
      party.
2336 Sent contact report to BLENNY, BAYA, and
      BOARFISH.

16 July
0004 Asked BLENNY, BAYA, and BOARFISH to report
      their positions.
0042 Sent amplifying report on contact.
0057 Informed BAYA we would not attack until she
      had contact.
0133 BAYA said she had contact.
0135 Commenced attack. Manned Battle Stations.
0150 Made ready all torpedo tubes.
0156 Commenced firing.
0158 Attack completed.
0205 BAYA sent a "Negative hit with six tor-
      pedoes set at four feet."
0220 BAYA's "Am attacking" message.
0307 Saw target blow up.
0655 Submerged.
1200 Position: Lat. 05-33.30 S., Long. 115-01 E.
2000 Surfaced.
2050 Converted #5 FBT to a LBT.
2120 Dived to flush out #5 LBT.
2155 Surfaced.

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SUBJECT: USS BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Fifth War Patrol.

17 July
0711 Submerged for trim dive.
0907 Surfaced, headed west to get on MINDERZEIN
      traffic lanes.
1200 Position: Lat. 05-42 S., Long. 113-15.50 E.
2353 Received message from BLEMY positioning us
      on scouting line south of GREAT KASALEBO
      ISLAND. Headed for position.

18 July
0317 Received message from BLEMY changing our
      position to that of backing up the ROARFISH
      north of BALI. Headed for new position.
1100 SD contact at 10 miles - dived.
1200 Position: Lat. 06-41 S., Long. 117-00 E.
1950 Surfaced and assumed position backing up
      the BOARFISH.

19 July
0043 Commenced search to northeast.
0700 Submerged for trim dive.
0800 Surfaced, continuing patrol to westward.
1200 Position: Lat. 05-39 S., Long. 116-29 E.

20 July
0143 Received CTF 71's serial YOKE ordering us to
      SUBIC via rendezvous with BLUEFISH. Commenced
      heading towards SUBIC.
0806 Submerged for trim dive.
0910 Surfaced.
1200 Position: Lat. 04-57.15 S., Long. 113-20 E.

21 July
0716 Submerged for trim dive.
0940 Surfaced.
1200 Position: Lat. 04-28.30 S., Long. 110-20 E.
1335 Sent LIZARDFISH message concerning time and
      place of rendezvous.
2055 Commenced transit of KARIMATA STRAIT.

22 July
0730 Completed transit of KARIMATA STRAIT enroute
      rendezvous with BLUEFISH.
1200 Position: Lat. 00-52 S., Long. 107-32 E.
1303 Submerged for trim dive.
1927 Surfaced.
2000 Came alongside BLUEFISH and received from
      her three Japanese prisoners of war.
2006 Headed for SUBIC.
2326 Crossed the equator at Longitude 107-25 E.

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SUBMARINE SQUADRON TWENTY-SIX
Fry
Care of Fleet Post Office
San Francisco, California,
4 August 1945

FC5-26/A16-3

Serial 0266

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

FIRST ENDORSEMENT to
USS BECUNA (SS319) -
Report of Fifth War
Patrol.

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

Subject: U.S.S. BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Fifth War Patrol.

1. The Fifth War Patrol of the BECUNA was conducted in
the East Java Sea area under the command of Lieutenant Commander
W.J. Bush, this being his first patrol as Commanding Officer. The
patrol was of 36 days duration, of which 24 days were spent in the
area.

2. The area was well covered, but only two ship con-
tacts were made, one of which was unidentified and too far away to
close. The other contact developed into the only attack made on
this patrol.

SUMMARY OF ATTACK: This was a night surface radar
attack on an OTORI class torpedo boat. Six electric torpedoes
were fired on an average 118° port track, average gyro angle of
42° left, average range of 3200 yards, and with depth settings of
four and three feet. All torpedoes missed, the cause undoubtedly
due to the fact that the depth setting was too great. The infor-
mation furnished the B.A.Y. by the BECUNA prior to and after the
attack no doubt contributed to the successful attack made on the
same target by the B.A.Y..

3. Advantage was taken of every opportunity to train
and qualify the officer and enlisted personnel on this patrol.

4. The BECUNA arrived in clean and good material con-
dition. The refit will be accomplished by the U.S.S. ANTHEDON
and the relief crew of Submarine Division Two Hundred Sixty Two,
and it is expected to have her ready for sea in the normal period
of time.

5. The Squadron Commander welcomes the officers and men
of the BECUNA and wishes them better hunting on their next patrol.

[SIGNATURE: F. B. CON, Jr.]
F. B. CON, Jr.

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[HANDWRITTEN: 80RG]

FE24-71/A16-3 UNITED STATES NAVY 12/hn
Serial 0383-A 11 August 1945
CONFIDENTIAL
COMSUBSEVENTHFLT-A-L

SECOND ENDORSEMENT to:
USS BECUNA Conf. Ltr.
A16-3/A9 Serial 015, dated
27 July 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. BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Fifth War
Patrol - Comment on.

1. The Fifth War Patrol of the BECUNA, under the
command of Lieutenant Commander W. J. BUSH, was conducted in the
East JAVA SEA. This patrol was coordinated with LOGGERHEAD and
LIZARDFISH.

2. The BECUNA maintained excellent area coverage
throughout this first patrol in command for the Commanding Officer.
One unsuccessful torpedo attack was made on an OTORI Class TB.
Six torpedoes, set at three and four feet, apparently underran the
target. BECUNA joined LOGGERHEAD and LIZARDFISH in a coordinated
attack on three escorts near SEMARANG. Unfortunately BECUNA was
unable to attain sufficiently favorable position for either torpedo
or gun attack.

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

4. The Force Commander congratulates the Commanding
Officer, Officers and Crew of the BECUNA upon the completion of
this arduous patrol.

JAMES FIFE.

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FE24-71/A16-3
Serial 0383-A
C [STAMP: CONFIDENTIAL] L

SECOND ENDORSEMENT to:
USS BECUNA Conf. Ltr.
A16-3/A9 Serial 015, dated
27 July 1945. Report of
Fifth War Patrol.

Subject: U.S.S. BECUNA (SS319) - Report of Fifth War
Patrol-- Comment on.

DISTRIBUTION:
Cominch (3) Direct CTG-71.8 (2)
Opnav (2) Direct ComSubRon-22 (2)
Opnav Op-23o (1) ComSubRon-26 (2)
ComlstFlt (1) ComSubRon-30 (2)
Com2ndFlt (1) DivComSubRon-22 (1 each)
Com7thFlt (2) DivComSubRon-26 (1 each)
ComSubPac Adcom (1)(airmail) DivComSubRon-30 (1 each)
ComSubslstFlt (30) S/M School, N.L. Conn. (2)
ComSubs2ndFlt (4) Comdt. NYD, Puget Sound (1)
CTF-71 (7) SubAd, Mare Island (2)
CTG-71.5 (2) S/Ms 7thFlt (1)

THIS REPORT WILL BE DESTROYED PRIOR
TO ENTRY INTO ENEMY CONTROLLED WATERS.

[HANDWRITTEN: J. B. Miller]
J. B. MILLER,
Flag Secretary.

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UNITED STATES NAVY
11 August 1945
12/hn

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R11/A4-4(4)
A16-3/A4-4(4)
Serial CS13

From: Commander Philippine Sea Frontier.
To: Commander in Chief, UNITED STATES FLEET.
Ref: (a) ComSubPac Serial 015, dated 27 July 1945.

Subject: USS PARCHE (SS 384) - Report of Fifth War Patrol.

1. Forwarded.

2. Routing has been changed to substitute Commander Philippine
Sea Frontier for Commander Seventh Fleet, as Commander Submarines
Seventh Fleet is now Commander Submarines Philippine Sea Frontier.

N. C. GILLETTE
Chief of Staff

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