What was the fate of the Prinz Eugen during Operation Rheinübung?
Sunk
Captured
Escaped
Ran aground
Answer
Escaped. During Operation Rheinübung, the Prinz Eugen, a German heavy cruiser, successfully evaded British pursuit and returned to Germany. Despite being heavily damaged by a torpedo attack, the ship managed to outmaneuver its pursuers and reach safety. This escape was a significant victory for the German navy, as it demonstrated the resilience and effectiveness of their surface fleet.
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