German U-boat sinks British ship, takes British POWs on board, 1916

The transcript discusses the strategic importance of naval power during World War I, highlighting England's dominance at sea. It describes a significant naval engagement between the English and German fleets that ended without a clear victor. The narrative shifts to German submarine operations, focusing on their tactics and the impact on British ships. The transcript concludes with Germany's declaration of total submarine warfare, aiming to end the war by targeting all allied and neutral ships, despite potential diplomatic repercussions.

What was the fate of the crew of the British sailing ship mentioned in the text?

What were the consequences of the German declaration of total submarine war?