Steel Boats, Iron Men and their stories (plus a bit more)
Thanks for dropping by. We got up a little late this morning since we tried to see the New Year in last night. Then we had a short meal, a few quiet moments writing in the new “Journal”, and some very sincere praying. The journal was a gift from a family member and asks you to […]
Read More New Years Day 2015Some great shots of older submarine life. Some awesome shots of a Regulus Missile shot from the Tunney. From Wikipedia: Communist aggression in Korea placed new demands on the resources of the Navy and led to Tunny’s being placed in commission, in reserve, on 28 February 1952. She saw no service at this time, […]
Read More Take ‘Er Down – Submarine Video from the 50’sDid it matter? A few weeks ago on one of the Holy Loch themed Facebook pages, a few of us were reminiscing about the old days and all of the patrols that were made during the Cold War. Someone reflected how successful the system was but a member of the site (who self-identified as an […]
Read More Did it matter? Undersea Patrols on Christmas DayArrangements have been made for our final farewell to our shipmate Robert “Dex” Armstrong. The schedule is as follows: 9 January 2015 (All are welcome to all of these parts of the day. We would be so grateful for any who can join us.) Reception/Visitation – All are welcome. 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Women’s […]
Read More Details for Robert “Dex” Armstrong Farewell at ArlingtonIn 2014, we said goodbye to Dex Armstrong. In his honor, I am reposting one of his most memorable Christmas Stories. Its hard to believe four years have already gone by. This picture comes from the web site: http://www.olgoat.com/substuff/abr.htm Mister Mac A “Heartfelt Merry Christmas” From Robert “Dex” Armstrong, and his loyal Sidekick Adrian Stuke.. […]
Read More A Bob “Dex” Armstrong ChristmasA little lengthy but probably worth the read in the long run if you have been tasked with developing a “training event” by a well meaning person with absolutely no training development experience. Just a primer for how to develop training (from an old training professional). Training can be deceptively simple. I am often reminded […]
Read More Training 101 – What we can learn about training from the Little RascalsResources for Caregivers and Those Needing Care. Announcing a new page for theleansubmariner web site. In this holiday season, people who find themselves as caregivers can face overwhelming fears and concerns. The links on this new page is a small offer of help to those in need. Please feel free to message me with any […]
Read More Resources for Caregivers and Those Needing CareOriginally posted on theleansubmariner:
? I saw this video on one of the Navy Facebook pages earlier today and thought it was worth sharing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tLWpxaYzdG0 ? When you think about how complex a machine submarines really are, you can understand why training and qualifications are so important. Compared to any other occupation or job I…
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The Buoyant Ascent The tower at the US Naval Submarine Base was one of the most memorable features of the Groton, Conn. Skyline. Submariners from the past who trained there will always remember that tower as one of the defining points in their submarine journey. This tower was used to prepare…
The attack at Pearl Harbor was barely finished when the predicted attacks in the Philippines began. In order for the Japanese empire to complete their planned establishment of a Greater East Asia Co-prosperity Sphere, the Philippines would have to be “liberated” from the American’s influence. A casual study of that part of the world shows […]
Read More December 10 – The Loss of the First Sealion
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