They certainly don't build them like they used to, do they! In regards to Flawless America's Just War Against British Oppression, sometimes I do think certain things would have been better if we'd stayed together (American Civil War wouldn't have happened maybe) but in the end both our countries got cucked by psychopaths anyway. 😆
He is nearly 90 now so some time ago. Went via Dartmouth College at 16 years old, so roughly 1952 until 1980 ish. At sea on HMS Illustrious, the wartime aircraft carrier as a midshipman. I don't have access to all details but he was on HMS Blake a cruiser. Shore jobs from the late 60's I suppose.
Great article! Naval history from your side of the pond has always been fascinating and this was a great rundown of Trafalgar. What a fascinating history that ship has. I always did find it sad that boys as young as 13 or 14 were in the Navy back then but different times. Even my own great grandfather entered the fray in ww1 before he was 18. The sense of duty and knowing the military was yes a risk, but important for pulling oneself up, especially if you were an 11th son, was a different way of living and thinking then. His letters to my great grandmother from that time when he was in Europe are truly priceless and worth more in my opinion than anything else as it shows just how differently we view even relationships. They were waiting to get married until he got back. Same with my mom's dad during the second world War. Those who made it to 30 back then had lived such storied life compared to the lives we live( and are blessed to live) today. Great read.
It has. Letter writing is a lost art. My GGF lost his fingernails due to mustard gas and saw so many things. He never really talked about it. The letters were amazing. Nelson has always been a fascinating figure. Hope you have a great holiday. Merry Christmas!
I was on the USS Constitution in Boston in 2018. Any similarities? My grandfather was in the merchant marine for you guys in WW2. Well really for Newfoundland but technically was still under UK control at the time. I also had a great uncle who served on the Hood. Transferred off months before she went down. Lucky. Great piece again!
Loved your article! I lived close to Boston Harbor so I was able to see the tall ships on many occasions. I worked for a Brit in a large corporation in NY. I remember asking a question he thought was silly by replying “What do you Americans know, you throw perfectly good tea in the harbor “. Everyone busted out laughing so hard. We were in the alcoholic beverage industry.
Thank you very much. The next time UK naval ships are in the US you should try and see if there’s a ships “open visitors day” as they’ll give tours etc.
They certainly don't build them like they used to, do they! In regards to Flawless America's Just War Against British Oppression, sometimes I do think certain things would have been better if we'd stayed together (American Civil War wouldn't have happened maybe) but in the end both our countries got cucked by psychopaths anyway. 😆
😂😂😂😂 this comment made me laugh. I mean how dare Americans seek independence. Who did you think you were? 😂😂😂.
But agreed. Our leaders now bow down to Klaus Schwab now pretty much.
Indeed. Looks like we're in the same boat after all lol
Perhaps I can add, in shameless promotion of an article of mine, that this might amuse.
https://alphaandomegacloud.wordpress.com/2021/10/24/battle-of-trafalgar/
Promote it all you want. I’ll read it later when I’ve caught up on the articles that’s in my inbox.
Great piece, thank you. My dad was an officer in the RN. During his retirement he did guiding on HMS Warrior.
Oh that’s brilliant. When did he serve and what did he serve on? My grandad was in the RN but passed away when ge was 26ish.
He is nearly 90 now so some time ago. Went via Dartmouth College at 16 years old, so roughly 1952 until 1980 ish. At sea on HMS Illustrious, the wartime aircraft carrier as a midshipman. I don't have access to all details but he was on HMS Blake a cruiser. Shore jobs from the late 60's I suppose.
Such wonderful history, thank you!
That’s quite alright!!
Great article! Naval history from your side of the pond has always been fascinating and this was a great rundown of Trafalgar. What a fascinating history that ship has. I always did find it sad that boys as young as 13 or 14 were in the Navy back then but different times. Even my own great grandfather entered the fray in ww1 before he was 18. The sense of duty and knowing the military was yes a risk, but important for pulling oneself up, especially if you were an 11th son, was a different way of living and thinking then. His letters to my great grandmother from that time when he was in Europe are truly priceless and worth more in my opinion than anything else as it shows just how differently we view even relationships. They were waiting to get married until he got back. Same with my mom's dad during the second world War. Those who made it to 30 back then had lived such storied life compared to the lives we live( and are blessed to live) today. Great read.
God I bet those letters are amazing to read. It’s a shame no one writes letters anymore. I once had a pen pal but that was when I was like 10.
But I’m glad you enjoyed it and hope it’s stirred some nice memories for you of your family.
It has. Letter writing is a lost art. My GGF lost his fingernails due to mustard gas and saw so many things. He never really talked about it. The letters were amazing. Nelson has always been a fascinating figure. Hope you have a great holiday. Merry Christmas!
I hope you have a great Christmas too. Don’t eat and drink too much!!
I was on the USS Constitution in Boston in 2018. Any similarities? My grandfather was in the merchant marine for you guys in WW2. Well really for Newfoundland but technically was still under UK control at the time. I also had a great uncle who served on the Hood. Transferred off months before she went down. Lucky. Great piece again!
The USS constitution is the oldest commissioned ship that’s still WORKING and that’s still at sea.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/USS_Constitution
Lucky that your great uncle got off! Maybe o should do a piece on the Hood.
A great read Vulkan. I have visited Victory a couple of times, and plan to again. Also love Master and Commander. Thanks.
That's quite alright. I have a mate who's served on there (they sleep on board overnight) and he claims it's haunted as well.
Loved your article! I lived close to Boston Harbor so I was able to see the tall ships on many occasions. I worked for a Brit in a large corporation in NY. I remember asking a question he thought was silly by replying “What do you Americans know, you throw perfectly good tea in the harbor “. Everyone busted out laughing so hard. We were in the alcoholic beverage industry.
Thank you very much. The next time UK naval ships are in the US you should try and see if there’s a ships “open visitors day” as they’ll give tours etc.
I had no idea any of this was a thing. East coast America truly is another world lol
I’m pretty sure UK ships go to New York, Jacksonville (I want to say Florida but there’s probably loads of Jacksonvilles) and Norfolk Virginia.
If you live near to those places then check them out.