German submarine U-979

German submarine U-979 was a Type VIIC U-boat built for Nazi Germany's Kriegsmarine for service during World War II. She was laid down on 10 August 1942 by Blohm & Voss, Hamburg as yard number 179, launched on 15 April 1943 and commissioned on 20 May 1943 under Kapitänleutnant Johannes Meermeier.

Service History
The boat's career began with training at 5th Flotilla on 20 May 1943, followed by active service on 1 August 1944 as part of the 9th Flotilla.

Wolfpacks
U-979 took part in no wolfpacks.

Fate
U-979 was scuttled on 24 May 1945 at Amrum, Germany at 54.63333°N, 8.38333°W after running aground.