You will find a few interpretations of the saying but going back to its origins: The original form of the expression was three sheets in the wind...
Good on the Aussies for remembering what happened to their own and to give him what he deserved. Considering what his kind did to prisoners and...
Sláinte Mhath I like Glenfiddich and I don't mind Glenmorangie or Laphroaig even partial to a bottle of Bowmore's. In fact I wouldn't say no to...
This is correct, I served my time mid 70's and 80's and we weren't allowed ashore in rig. Regards Hugh
Well done, Owen. Regards Hugh
Keep them coming Adrian. Regards Hugh
You and me both, Andy. The inhumanity of the Japs during this time was unbelievable. It’s no wonder many veterans cannot forgive; who can blame any...
Fair winds and a calm sea What an amazing man and what an amazing story. I dont know how I missed this one. It was a miracle that the OHIO got...
Welcome aboard, Hal. I am sure you will enjoy it here. Regards Hugh
Welcome aboard, Jerry. Enjoy the site. Regards Hugh
Fall of Singapore Hello Stan, Probably not much here for you but I offer anyway. SS KUALA official number 135004 built in 1911 for the Straits...
CENTAUR official number 147275 built in 1924 for the Blue Funnel Line (Alfred Holt & Co Ltd) "Beyond the Call of Duty" by Brian James Crabb devotes...
Kitty, Your battery has a finite life and can be charged/discharged only so many times before it gives up the ghost. It could be just that, but with...
Kitty, More at home with a PC, but how old is the laptop and is it ok when you just use the battery without the power cord connected? Regards Hugh
New computers In my experience cutting out is usually caused by an overheating problem - possible power unit fault or maybe one of the fans has...
No, but I would say they had a hell of a lot to do with us not losing it. :) Regards Hugh
Just to take issue with you then, Kitty. The Air Force wouldn't have got off the ground if they didn't have fuel, bombs and bullets. So we have the...
Many Happy Returns, Nana. Enjoy your day. Regards Hugh
Convoys Hello David, Interesting, look forward to more of it. The importance of the convoy system cannot be overstated in my opinion and is...
I knew it there is nothing that cannot be answered on here. :) I won't test you - I enjoy history, but Greek mythology would show me up. Regards Hugh
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