A Ceasefire Was Declared
When Japan surrendered at last, the Stickleback was ordered not to attack enemy vessels. Instead, it was ordered to stay in the patrol area. This meant that neither the sub nor her crew saw combat action during the war. Despite this, it was involved in an incident that arose from war-related hostilities.
A Ceasefire Was Declared
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It Remained In The Waters
Six days after Japan surrendered, the Stickleback remained in the Sea of Japan. Its lookout then saw two bamboo rafts in the water. There were nineteen men aboard, and they seemed glad to have seen the submarine. However, we are sure that they had no idea what treatment to expect from the Americans.
It Remained In The Waters