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Explore the fascinating story of UC-5, a captured German U-boat that was displayed in New York's Central Park during World War I as part of a massive propaganda campaign. Learn how this enemy submarine, which had sunk dozens of ships in the English Channel, was transported across the Atlantic and reassembled on Sheep Meadow in the fall of 1917. Discover the reasons behind this unusual public display, trace the submarine's journey through Manhattan's streets, and uncover what ultimately happened to this symbol of victory after the war bond campaign concluded. This 11-minute historical video examines an extraordinary chapter in New York City's wartime history, revealing how military artifacts were used to rally public support and sell war bonds during America's involvement in World War I.
