'Not exactly useful information, but fairly interesting nevertheless' #3: Why a ship's bridge is called a 'bridge'


You know, it's been said that the only reason they invented Marines was because Navy sailors got lonely at sea and needed someone to dance with.

 
Just to add a little more to this thread here is a photo of one the ACL boats from an uncomfortable end



A first time bow end tow for my Chief Officer. Unfortunately he wasn't quite ready for it and I had to step in. But at least he is willing to have another go. I suppose going astern ahead of a ship bearing down on you is not quite normal. He's a good bloke and we'll get there.
 
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