German submarine U-849

German submarine U-849 was a long-range Type IXD2 U-boat built for Nazi Germany's Kriegsmarine during World War II. Laid down in Bremen and launched on 31 October 1942. She was equipped with two stern torpedo tubes and 24 mines.

Service History
Even though she was commanded by top U-boat ace Heinz-Otto Schultze (Knight’s Cross) she neither sank nor damaged any vessels.

She joined 4th Flotilla for training on 11 March 1943, where she remained until 30 September 1943, whence she then joined 12th Flotilla for active service until her sinking on 25 November 1943.

Fate
U-849 was sunk by depth charges dropped by a US Liberator bomber in the South Atlantic west of the River Congo estuary at position -6.5°N, -5.66667°W. All 63 hands were lost.