Definition Noun The required space for a vessel to maneuver safely. Origin 16th century. Comments It should go without saying that most vessels don’t exactly
Author: Tim Migaki
I am a social studies teacher and a super-geek. I have two great passions in life: Japan and the sea. The first is the byproduct of spending over 15 years studying about Japan's language, culture, history, literature, and art. The second is due to the fact that I've spent too much time (10+ years) around sailors.
I read vociferously because reading is to the mind what exercise is to the body.
Other interests include: photography, science fiction, Star Wars, space stuff, jogging, martial arts.
War Game: Sinking a Battleship With Tanks
General Purpose Analytical Scope and Level Range of Command Levels Tactical Military Services Involved U.S. Navy, U.S. Army Type of Operations Anti-shipping [Hypothetical] Area of
Sailor Speak of the Week – Reef
Definition Noun A shallow ridge of rock or coral. The portion of sail that can be folded out of use. Verb To reduce the area
Book Reviews: Thud Ridge & Going Downtown by Jack Broughton
Thud Ridge Colonel Jacksel “Jack” Broughton’s personal memoir of his time flying the F-105 Thunderchief (AKA the Thud) in Vietnam. This book is perhaps most
Attending the “Connections Online” Wargaming Conference
Since I’ve been doing more reading on wargaming and its applications, I thought it would be good to get some more perspectives on it, particularly
Sailor Speak of the Week – Quadrant
Definition Noun An old instrument used for measuring the altitude angle of celestial body. It can measure angles up to 90°. The curved yoke of
