The problem was thus, the female in CIC and the female OOD were not on speaking terms because the we’re both dating the same guy. The OOD female barred her bridge watch from communicating with the CIC watch standers. That’s what happened, of course the navy will not allow that to be said but having talked to people in the know, this what all of them are saying so take it for what it’s worth.
.........well, I surely fault all the women involved. What you say happened was/is predictable and for that reason and countless others they should not have been in this job or even on the ship in my opinion.
That said, I spent 7 years in the Navy and 2 were full time. Based upon that experience, I have no doubt that the cover up began within two minutes after impact and continues to this day. The Fitz is back on duty (after 3 years!) but the same inability to hold people accountable frustrates the Navy in truly being a fighting force the American people can have confidence in. I say again, the Chicom’s reaction to an incident like the one we are discussing would be swift and fierce. With NO FEAR of REAL punishment, key personnel will continue to fail the Navy and the American people.........in my opinion.