[Inge_CAV]

"A must read thread, I learned several things."

At the time this happened I was on active duty. My first impression was that the ship would be returned by force if necessary, shortly after it's seizure. As weeks wore on it became apparent that nothing would be done.

[Arkinsaw]

At the time this happened I was on active duty. My first impression was that the ship would be returned by force if necessary, shortly after it's seizure. As weeks wore on it became apparent that nothing would be done.

Indeed. But a few years ago she was transported through international waters, through the Sea of Japan, around South Korea, from Wonson to Pyongyang. When she reentered international waters we should have liberated her. Rumor was that she was wired with explosives and there was also a rumor that they put children on board. Perhaps I am harsh, but she should have been intercepted and the attempt made to retake her at that point.