Sure glad that Canada could send an icebreaker to the Gulf of Mexico!! That'll be real handy there.....
All kidding aside, the help is much appreciated and shows neighbors can put aside differences to help each other.... and I'm sure the icebreaker can do plenty of useful things beside clear lanes to the Arctic....
Thank you Canada
Despite the loony govt. they have, everyday Canucks (and I use that in a positive endearing manner eh), especially those raised outside Toronto, Ottowa, and Montreal environs,are generally very supportive of the US and will be with us when we need them i.e "when the gloves are dropped".
I worked with the RCAF in Cold Lake Alberta (aptly named) when I was employed by my rich uncle part time (NG).
Thanks and I am tipping a labatts for you Canadians for your support. Keep your head you cement heads eh??..
But note that CCGS Sir William Alexander is a light icebreaker AND a major navaids tender and the latter function will be most useful in helping to restore navigation in the Mississipi River and the Gulf ports. That is the sort of task that this vessel was designed to do.
Also, the strengthened bow of an icebreaker could possible have some use.