The Second Wave, Greece, 20th May 1941 by David Pentland. (P) BAT45 August 1940

August 1940

arguably the most famous US Submarine of the war

February 1991

Lieutenant William Leefe Robinson

The Second Wave, Greece, 20th May 1941 by David Pentland. (P) BAT45 August 1940DHM1412P. The Second Wave, Greece, 20th May 1941 by David Pentland. Following the initial parachute drops at Maleme (West) and Canea (Middle) Group East, comprising of Fallschirmjager Regiment 1 and 2nd battalion FJR2, prepared for their descent on Crete. Charged with the capture of Heraklion and its aerodrome, their departure was postponed until late afternoon due to the repairs and refuelling needed for the returning Junker 52 transports. Original