Another great lesson on someone I knew nothing about. How a man can go from being an Biblical instructor to creating a submarine . . . amazing. It's so sad how great minds like this fall victims to the politics and powers of their day.
the speed of a vessel running submerged should never exceed six knots because of the difficulties of navigating underwater."
No wonder Holland was constantly frustrated.
In fact, many of Holland’s best ideas, such as placing the propeller aft of the rudder to give it greater maneuverability, became vitally important when nuclear-powered submarines took to sea, with the power that allowed them to achieve speeds that would make lesser designs dangerous.
Visionary . . .
And now for some unfinished business . . .
I've taken note on capturing some pics of my birds enjoying there new feeders. I caught both a Scrubjay and a Finch checking things out from the distance this AM . . . they're curious! Ms. Snip, any suggestions (from the good Dr. Hook) on proper placement would be welcomed. Keep in mind that I do water my yard (it's So. Calif.) throughout the year. So if they need to be placed lower on a "feeder pole" I can always take them down during watering.
Finally, I have some good news and some great news. The good news is I'm off for the next two-weeks and the great news is I'll be joining the Foxhole "first 50" in the morning. HUA?
The good news is I'm off for the next two-weeks and the great news is I'll be joining the Foxhole "first 50" in the morning. HUA?
HUA!!
Put some whole peanuts out and you'll get they Scrub Jays. :-) They can't resist.
I knew about Holland and the subs but nothing of his background before researching this thread.
It will be good to see you during daylight hours. :-)
Dr. Horn is traveling this week but the President of WBCA left me a note. It seems your placement of feeders is just fine. I'll send you a freepmail.