Doenitz Loses First Round in 1943 Atlantic Battle
Allied convoys pour men and material across the Atlantic despite Doenitz U-boat packs and saboteur efforts. Veterans on a wartime convoy to Africa express belief that Doenitz’s spring drive will fail, though heavy losses to Allied shipping are anticipated. A veteran skipper disputes Hitler’s ability to win the Atlantic, urging continued vigilance as ships endure depth charges and torpedo fears.