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Holiday Home Improvement Deals By: Albion Paxton
If you need help in making a carpet tools purchasing decision then you can check the testimonials and reviews of the satisfied customers of the Shag Tools.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-12-07)
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The U.s.s. Squalus-39 Hours At The Bottom Of The Sea By: Kerry Jane
In September of 1939, the U.S.S. Squalus, a submarine with a crew of 59, was undergoing sea trials off the coast of Portsmouth. Everything seemed ready and the submarine began to dive. Somehow water began to flood in the aft compartments and the ship sank 243 feet and landed upright on the bottom. The 26 sailors in the aft compartments drowned, while 33 remained alive in the front portions of the ship behind the safety of a watertight door.
No one had ever survived in such circumstances before, but Lieutenant Commander Charles Momsen had made it his life's work to see to it that submariners would get a second chance. Despite the bureaucratic resistance of the Navy for what was considered a hopeless quest, Momsen had created a rescue chamber just for this purpose, a supplement to the Momsen lung he had also developed to enable trapped submariners to rise to the surface and then carried on all submarines. In this instance, the commander of the Squalus, Lt. Oliver F. Naquin, decided against the use of the lung because he feared his men would die of exposure once they reached the surface.
Newly acquired safety features, like a rescue buoy with a phone attached, plus signal flares, allowed the sister ship of the Squalus, U.S.S. Sculpin, to locate it and arrange for the arrival of the rescue ship, U.S.S. Falcon. Fortunately, the Squalus landed upright, and made the rescue possible using the McCann rescue chamber, co-developed by him and Momsen.
In the Squalus, meanwhile, Commander Naquin had made the atmosphere with the submarine slightly toxic to keep the men sleepy and less prone to panic. His preternatural cool, ably described by the author Peter Maas in a book about this tragedy, "The Terrible Hours", set the table for the successful rescue that followed. In groups of ten, the surviving sailors were taken to the surface in the rescue chamber, but it was the last trip that was the most harrowing of them all.
The captain and several others were the last to be hoisted, but the cable snagged and was in bad shape from the previous lifts. The chamber had been raised half way up, when it had to be dropped once again to the bottom of the sea while repairs took place. Those on board the chamber remained in remarkable good spirits, and were overheard singing "Old MacDonald Had a Farm" during the final lift upwards. After they were brought on board, it was determined that the cable would have snapped had another lift been required. The final official report of the event said the following: "The appearance and bearing of all SQUALUS officers and men as they stepped out of the rescue chamber to the deck of the FALCON indicated a high state of discipline and morale under the most trying conditions."
In an ironic turn of events, the U.S.S. Squalus was salvaged and renamed the U.S.S. Sailfish. In that capacity, it later sank the Japanese aircraft carrier Chuyo towards the end of the war that was carrying half of the survivors from the U.S.S. Sculpin, the sister submarine that had been instrumental in locating the Squalus when it first sank. Only one of these men survived the carrier's sinking, and he spent the balance of the war as a slave laborer in Japan.
The U.S.S. Sailfish survived numerous patrols, sank its share of Japanese shipping, and ended up being scrapped in 1948. A poem written in commemoration perhaps sums it up best: "59 Men on the ocean's floor, 26 Men who are no more. 26 Men who gave their lives, Protecting our homes, our kids, our wives."(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-12-07)
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Christmas Loans: Celebratory Offer Just For You By: Daniel Martin
Christmas loans transports happiness to you. It helps you to fulfil your desires and makes your loved and dear ones happy. It mostly benefits the employed persons(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-12-07)
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Forming A Private Limited Company In Singapore By: Ashley V.
Singapore Private Limited Company's essential characteristic is that they separate legal entity from its shareholders which makes it less complicated in times of debts and losses.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-12-07)
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Spot Price Of Gold - What Factors Are Driving It By: eldoragold
Eldora Resources Tips: The spot price of gold may seem mysterious at first, but this isn't the case when you understand what factors drive the market industry worth of gold.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-12-07)
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Long-term Mortgage Rates Hit All Time Low! By: Beth Kanter
Long-term mortgage rates hit new lows this week, on signs inflation remains in check.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-12-07)
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A Flowering Tea Set Will Let You Completely Experience These Floral Masterpieces By: vikram Kuamr
Flowering teas are an ancient Chinese tradition, dating back thousands of years. Seen as a symbol of longevity, these teas are quite beautiful as they unfold into a wonderful bouquet.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-12-07)
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New Austin Statistics By: Beth Kanter
Last week brought the release of 2009 estimates (before the release of the actual Decennial Census) from the U.S.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-12-07)
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W Hotel Austin Now Accepting Reservations Starting January 15th, 2010 By: Beth Kanter
The W Austin Hotel & Residences has begun taking reservations for guests arriving Jan. 15.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-12-07)
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Tips For Choosing The Perfect Tea Gifts By: vikram Kuamr
Enjoying a cup of tea has become a tradition around the world. The warmth and the comfort derived from the perfect cup of tea can ease the stress of a hectic day.(read entire article)(posted on: 2010-12-07)
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