I think you do not know the definition of kamikaze attack. Again, Hunley's operation was not such an attack. The men never intended to die.
Yeah, you just point out what I had expected, so you think nothing has changed in Germany. Interesting point of view. End of any kind of comment. Be happy. I'm happy that a good seaman and specialist in communication is now the leader of the submarine force.
If you don't have a military then expect someone elses' to remind you why you need one. These are dangerous times and cool and experienced heads, such as the Admiral's, are vital and necessary. That the Admiral clearly has an electronics background is essential.
Thank you goes out to Vice Admiral Richard for his service to our country. I served from 1976-1980 in the U.S. Navy as a Hospital Corpsman. Closest I ever got to a submarine was at Pearl Harbor when I would go to the sub base. I have a lot of respect for the sailors who serve aboard submarines. Very special group of sailors! It is really great to see a fellow ham advance to the U.S. Navy's highest rank of Admiral. 73 from Wisconsin, Denny WB9MSM
Perhaps we quibble over the definition of kamikaze. It cannot be argued that the crew of the Hunley knew before going into battle that their chances of survival were slim. 13 of the 16 crewmen from the two test deployments did not survive. And those test deployments did not include a detonation of explosives. All 8 crewman from the final sinking were found in tact inside the Hunley. The Hunley had two hatches, however, each measured 16.5 X 21 inches. And an explosive black powder charge just a few feet in front of the prow. Now what could possibly have gone wrong with that! The mission was successful in that it's target, a Union gunboat, was sunk with the loss of 5 Union lives.
Congratulations. May you have smooth seas, and flowing winds. I am NCS on MMSN, word has been passed, if there is anything the net can do, we are on 14.300 10/7/365. Phil (KOPAS)
While watching the video (<https://news.usni.org/2018/08/06/35...230444141&mc_cid=d9ed41cd30&mc_eid=1e7b3fa983>) I was astounded to see an AF O10 come aboard. Seems that Admiral Richard was his Exec. Officer at Strategic Com. I'm sure that the transfer to Norfolk will be enjoyed. Is Offutt AFB cold and windy in the wintertime? Another O10, Curtis Le May spent some time there, too: the father of SSB! Admirals in Nebraska makes it clear to me; Teamwork Works. _jon N2bmm
It should have been expected. Across both World Wars German U-boats intentionally sunk MANY non-combatant vessels in military offensive maneuvers. I'll refrain from explaining your immigration problems and Germans can refrain from giving Americans suggestions on how to protect ourselves.... and everyone else, including Germany. Thanks, Ed
We seem to have gotten off topic (again). Admiral Richard, FB on your new assignment. I hope you can find some time for hamming. 73
Years ago I had the opportunity to board a foxtrot class Soviet sub OMG no way in hell could have I spent any length time aboard one of those bucket of bolts what a POS! my hat's off to all submariners I'm glad someone has the balls for this service.
