German submarine U-679

German submarine U-679 was a Type VIIC U-boat built for Nazi Germany's Kriegsmarine for service during World War II. She was laid down on 3 September 1942 by Howaldtswerke-Deutsche Werft, Hamburg as yard number 828, launched on 18 September 1943 and commissioned on 29 November 1943 under Oberleutnant zur See Friedrich Breckwoldt.

Service History
The boat's career began with training at 31st Flotilla on 29 November 1943, followed by active service on 1 August 1944 as part of the 8th Flotilla.

Wolfpacks
U-679 took part in no wolfpacks.

Fate
U-679 was sunk on 9 January 1945 in the Baltic Sea at 59.43333°N, 24.11667°W by depth charges from Soviet anti-submarine vessel MO-124.