Quick Battle #2 – Parameters Starting Separation: 30 nm. Adversary EMCON State: Sonars passive Local Time: Morning (0600) Engagement takes place in: Deep, warm water
Month: June 2020
Sailor Speak of the Week – Zenith
Definition Noun The highest point in the sky in the transit of a celestial body. Origin Possibly from the Arabic, samturas, meaning high point in
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Sailor Speak of the Week – Yard
Definition Noun A thwartship spar on the mast of square-rigged vessels. Origin Probably earlier than the 15th century. From Anglo-Saxon, seglegerld, meaning sail yard. Comments
War Game QB #1: MiG-29M2 vs. F-16CM
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Definition Noun The center or ‘midship’ section of a vessel between the bow and stern areas. Origin 15th century. From Old English, veast, and then
Fair Winds & Following Seas 