I pray that if I am faced with a similar situation that I react without hesitation or selfishly. I am truly awed by those who do. Thanks for the ping, Tonk!
As do I but one never knows how they will react until they are faced with the situation.
Ultimately, I pray I am never faced with this type of event. I'd rather not test my courage in this manner. I am afraid I might fail and then I would have to carry this burden with me for the rest of my life.
The job of a sailor underway is dangerous enough just performing one's day to day tasks.