


U-16
Country | Germany |
Ship Class | Type II-Class Submarine |
Builder | Deutsche Werke Kiel |
Yard Number | 251 |
Slip/Drydock Number | 117a l |
Order Date | 2 Feb 1935 |
Laid Down Date | 5 Aug 1935 |
Launch Date | 28 Apr 1936 |
Commission Date | 16 May 1936 |
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