By Captain John Konrad (gCaptain) Last week, two US-flagged ships manned by US Merchant Mariners were targeted by Houthis and forced to turn around. This is a cause for concern…
https://gcaptain.com/loose-lips-sink-us-merchant-marine-navy-ships/
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War Sailor: A Masterpiece Sheds Light On PTSD And The Unsung Heroes Of The Sea
by John Konrad (gCaptain) As a US Merchant Marine captain, Merchant Marine veteran advocate, and the husband of a decorated Merchant Marine war veteran, I find myself deeply moved by…
Coast Guard Commissions Newest Cutter Warren Deyampert
BOSTON — The Coast Guard’s newest cutter, the Coast Guard Cutter Warren Deyampert (WPC-1151), was commissioned at Coast Guard Base Boston, March 30. Chief Warrant Officer Lance DeFoggi, assumed command…
https://gcaptain.com/coast-guard-commissions-newest-cutter-warren-deyampert/
Why do we have daylight saving time?
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There is almost one month until daylight saving time starts in 2023, and anyone with the winter...
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/why-do-we-have-daylight-saving-time
World War II Mariners Awarded Congressional Gold Medal
American Merchant Mariners who served during World War II were awarded the Congressional gold medal during a ceremony at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday. Ten veterans of the U.S. Merchant…
https://gcaptain.com/world-war-ii-mariners-awarded-congressional-gold-medal/
Anzac Day, Lest We Forget World War’s Longest Lifeline
“The Merchant Navy has no real way of displaying its capabilities. There is no compulsory wearing of uniforms, no street parades led by fine military bands, no pomp or ceremony…
https://gcaptain.com/anzac-day-merchant-navy-longest-lifeline/
Pioneering Black Ship Captain Honored Alongside Merchant Marine Veterans Of WWII
Hundreds gathered on Thursday at the maritime industry’s fastest growing annual event to celebrate Merchant Marine veterans of all wars and honor the decorated World War II hero, civil rights…
Maritime History Notes: Pioneering LNG carriers
The explosive growth in natural gas consumption was made possible by a revolutionary means of sea transportation.
Today, shipment of liquefied natural gas (LNG) is a routine maritime event. There is a fleet of over 300 ships capable of carrying such cargoes, including many ships with the ability to carry 100,000 tons or more. Earlier this month, it was reported that the daily charter rate for a ship was $350,000. This is the highest rate ever paid for a cargo ship. However, it was only 62 years...
https://www.freightwaves.com/news/maritime-history-notes-pioneering-lng-carriers
Maritime History Notes: Tankers landed for Apollo program
In May of 1961, President John F. Kennedy committed America to landing an astronaut on the moon by 1970. Preparations to accomplish this amazing feat began soon thereafter. In addition to the actual rocket and space capsule, worldwide communication monitoring and tracking of the space shot were of major concern. This is where three laid-up World War II T-2 tankers supplied the solution.
The three were chosen from a class known as Mission tankers of the...
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Why NOBODY Wants To Recognize US Merchant Marine Veterans
In this controversial episode of The REAL gCaptain Podcast Captain John Konrad explores why WWII US Merchant Marine Veterans and many Merchant Navy Allies are still fighting TODAY for full veteran status… and why this battle is of critical importance to the future. His answer might surprise you....