"Speed of attack is the only hope of success against odds...We are up against tremendous odds, therefore we must act quickly." His voice burred up to a commanding rasp. "Pilot, bring her around to come astern of the enemy. Torps, prepare all tubes for firing starb'd side. Number One, do not open fire until we're sighted. When you do, concentrate the whole main armament on her side midway between the flight-deck and water level, using armour-piercing shell." Spindrift was already leaning on the turn inwards...