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If not for Grangers' presence, this could well be a British naval history class, given by a teacher who is able to draw his students into the past and experience the battle for themselves, well done Mark. When Granger meets the French Captain, he will be able to say, without lying, that he has met with a French Admiral, had a personal meeting with a French General and two members of the Committee. Met and spoken to Bonaparte and had an audience with the Spanish King (the Collar) and a personal meeting with the Prince of Peace. Or, if all else fails, will his cache of gold do the trick. Great chapter, thank you.
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Hmmm, well that didn't get a rise out of anyone. So how about this. A series on 'Hornblower' (youtube). It starts off in 1793. No it's not Granger, but it is somewhat interesting all the same. If you watch it (them) it will fill the waiting time. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6qtLWwJq9U
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The silence in this forum is a downer. I still don't do song and dance, so I offer you this instead. 'THe Gallant Hours', note it is the opening song that I would like you to hear. However the film itself is a classic and in my opinion one Cagneys' best. The Gallant Hours - YouTube
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Saint clare, Feast day is 11th August. Patron of sore eyes and now also of television. Some claim that she was able to cure stomach ailments. It is rumored that she had a pet crow named, of all things Hairy Ricky, believe it or not.
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You and I think maybe Ricky to, seem to be suffering from the same ailment. For some reason these bouts seem to have become more frequent since the start of the Odyssey. Now, some home remedies for calming an upset stomach are baking soda, mint leaves, cinnamon and saltine crackers, to name but a few. Of course a good over the counter remedy is Pepto Bismal. To try and reduce the frequency of these episodes a change in diet might be in order. It is generally believed that eating less Crow would be of great benifit to the both of you and your stomachs. Best wishes Sandrewn
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When I used to go to the bookstore, often the reason I bought a book was because of what was written on the back dust cover or inside leaf. Your opening chapter did the same. It caught my attention, then pulled me in wanting more. This was a great beginning, I am looking foreward to your next posting, thank you.
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" And maybe they salvaged his pipes? " Bless you for your kind thought.
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Humphreys gone, he left England in April of 94 as a midshipman, litteraly sailed the seven seas and almost made it home a rich man, in command (acting) of a frigate, so close and yet so far (R.I.P.). Calvert has become the Captian that Granger knew he could be if given a chance. Now he will get all that are left, home (and the treasure of course). Hopefully Eastwyck on his own will succeed or with the help of Calvert showing up. This was grand chapter, thank you Mark.
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A post would not be amiss. Even with out THAT answer till Chapter 61. We'll just have to keep some nitro and paddles handy for our faint hearted friend.
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The scale and size of what they are building is mind boggling. Always in the background is that worry of the 'Bad Guys'. We have pilot fish. They now have a fish pilot. Yes, I know Sonic is a mammal, but fish pilot sounds better. Great chapter, thank you.
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The Witness delegates meeting with Wirrin shows how far he has come. That Pirramar would be spending so much of his time with Wirrin, shows how important his (Wirrin) imput is to their future. Great chapter, thank you.
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WOW, life expectancy 300 Years. Yikes, Sonic might die in 4 years. What a range of emotions. Great chapter, thank you.
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Blue is Blue, Sonic is Sonic (a unique shock wave spreading out into the universe). To be told that they are well into level 2 was an unexpected, yet not suprising revelation. What is this life extension mentioned? This was a great chapter, thank you.
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This has turned into a dead zone again. It was on this day (17 July) that the Czar of All the Russias and his family met their end. The following are other items of interest (to some) with regards to today ( I am not a song and dance sort of guy, so this will have to do). http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/July_17
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Chapter 6: Supersoakers
sandrewn commented on David McLeod's story chapter in Chapter 6: Supersoakers
It is seems strange that the boys of his element have all but forgotten him. That none seem to care that he was in actual combat. Is he subconsciously causing it or is Fleet some how doing it. Fleet knows of his past, they observed what he did on the ship, what are they upto, what are they planning? Great chapter, thank you. -
One more congatulation is in order, I just noticed that you have gone from 9th to 6th on the T.R.S. list of GA.
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I would add my congratulations on the big five. Looking forwards to many more. Of note, today is also 'International Lefthanders' Day'. I don't suppose you might be left handed, Mark? As you might of guessed. I am. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Lefthanders_Day http://www.indiana.edu/~primate/left.html#U.S.%20Presidents As I recall, I screwed up with my Dhow Theory. Now here you go and solve the problem with a mere few rocks, just 15 war canoes (dugouts mayhaps?) and 300 some odd and very restless natives. Well done Mr Arbour. Oh, and btw could you please arrange to save Kingsdales' bagpipes.
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You have once again (as expected) taken the threads of this Odyssey and braided them into a most complex seamans' pigtail (tale). As speculated, Granger would indeed never again command Bacchante. Poor Humphreys, two up, two down, will he get a third chance. Sir Tobias, fish food, most fitting being taken out by (fellow) pirates and devoured by (greedily hungry) sharks. I think they will hold off those war canoes. I think the cavalry (Calvert) will show up in time to rescue them and the silver. I also think that somehow (devious Mark) Mr Eastwyck and his crew will gain control of a French Corvette of 20 guns and assist as well. Great chapter, thank you. But Mark if you do nothing else, save those Bagpipes, I love the sound of them.
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I read this long after your return, hope it was a good one. The bad guys are really persistent, knowing how AIs think almost most won them the day. That is why our trio member is of such importance to them (AIs). As Thom pointed out, 'you think differently than them'. Each the three is special and they compliment each other. So the journey to a new world for some, home to others begins. Great chapter, thank you.
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You ran the full gamut of emotions in this one. So much to take in, and then, you end it with a red alert, what a nasty thing to do( well done). Great chapter, thank you.
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I think Sonic is about to 4to take center stage and steal the show. To these Earthers, life will never be the same. Great chapter, thank you.
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Let me see. A one day old Knighthood. A new midshipman as a favour to HRH. A new Master that he knows and trusts. Throw in an extra 5,000 pounds. Then a favour to the Spanish Ambassador. Orders to sail ASAP. Then to top it all off, forced to take a reporter/spy along with him. Your usual block buster start to a new series. Thank you Mark.
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For Georges to see Jardines (for probably the last time) was a nice touch. Nelson's interaction and candid sit down talk, was revealing. A man who George admired and respected as a superior and friend. Basically enumerated his (Granger's) career and advancements to date and with that as a base speculated on his future (I think he was spot on). This was as good a chapter in its' own way as its' predecessors. Thank you. Mark, if you are conforming to future historical events (as you have to date), then you truly are an evil person. However, that would most likely make me a winner in the poll.
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Mark I agree with you about Villenneuve. What I am not so sure is the why (he didn't). Something I have always believed in and curiously found in a story I once read. From 'The Kandric Saga' by Kyle Aarons. In chapter 12, between Capt. Vondum and his slave/squire Conth: " To try and fail means you failed. Failure is second worse to only one thing, fear. To not try, due to fear, means failure and you disgrace yourself in the process." P.S. Kyle, if by chance you read this, please post your next chapter, thanks in advance.
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A spectacular Climax. Though victory was all but assured, when L'Orient blew up, literally vapourizing hundreds of her crew, the Frenchs' back was broken and all knew what the final outcome would be. Had Villenneuve's Division come to their aid, history might have changed (at least to the degree of the victory), as he did not, history stands. George did everything a(any) Captain of the Fleet should/could have done. When you factor in that he was all but dropped into the position, on the eve of the battle, his performance becomes all the more noteworthy. An extraordinary chapter, thank you mark
