[Mariner]

Yesiree.

That Ronald Reagan brought the BB's back was a strong signal to the world that the Great White Fleet had again set sail.

Alas, too expensive when you only need 'em once every 20 years or so.

I remember fondly being on the signal bridge of another ship while watching the New Jersey level mountains at the gun range off San Diego. She shot 3 broadsides...took around 3 minutes. She was about 3 miles away but you could FEEL the shots.

I don't remember the name of that darn island though.

[xrmusn]

I don’t remember the name of the island though...
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If not mistaken, believe you are thinking of San Clemente Island