Absolutely wonderful thread and layout! Not that I'm predjudiced or anything, lol, well, okay, I'll admit it. I am place proud. Being a Charlestonian is the next best thing to heaven and if you are a history buff, this is the place to be.
Thank you Mama Bear.
Mornin' Dixie. I knew you'd like this one. LOL!
I found the story of the Hunley fascinating. We had a wonderful tour guide in Charleston who was like a living history book. He focused a great deal on the Civil War era and particularly the burial of the Hunley's crew, which we missed by a little over two months. His description of the event and of the raising of the vessel caught my attention.
The crew of the Hunley had to know that their chances of survival were less than good, since two previous crews had perished before them in practice dives. Brave men these sailors were, as are all men and women who go to war.