Well, as an old Cold Warrior, I for one miss it. We knew who the enemy was back then, and they were an enemy that deserved some measure of respect. And while they were a bunch of dirty commies... The Russian Navy was a worthy and proud adversary. As a sailor, they had our respect and I think we had theirs. The Russians have a long naval tradition that matches any western navy. There’s a spirit, too, among sailors across history that I think we both shared.
This new enemy has none of that honor or history. They are parasites. Mere vermin to be exterminated.
FYI The father of the Russian navy is.......Ready for this ??? John Paul Jones
amen, from this CW tanker...true words all.
regards,