[AndyJackson]

Anyone wonder why/if the media shouldn’t actually be invited on the vessels themselves!

I spent some time on a minesweep. As an officer I had to get permission from the bos'un to go on deck when we were running gear, and he kept a closer eye on me than on his gear and his men until I was safely out of the way. He didn't trust officers an inch. A landlubbing reporter would be even worse.

We are talking working boats with heavy loads in rolling seas, here, man. Even the smallest screw up and lots of people get hurt. The sea is still a cruel taskmaster.

[A Navy Vet]

Thanks for serving, Sir. And trying to explain basic seamanship. It’s tough for those who haven’t spent time on a large vessel. Hell, I suspect that many still think sailors still just lay around in hammocks while waiting for the next port.