The submarine went ahead and the _Prize_ tried to follow, but the damage to her motor prevented much movement.

The firing continued as the submarine moved away, and after an interval she appeared to be on fire and to sink.

This occurred shortly after 9.0 P.M., when it was nearly dark.

The _Prize_ sent her boats to pick up survivors, three being taken out of the water, including the commander and one other officer.

The prisoners on coming on board expressed their willingness to assist in taking the _Prize_ into port.