Missions from Sardinia were generally against the Algerian ports, while it is much more likely to be a unit returning from a raid against the allied fleet at the landing in Sicily. Regards
P.S. I dived for a total of several hours on the wreck, which is in quite good condition.The local fishermen also speak of finding a crew man on the beach nearby.See
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