I joined the Navy in the mid 60’s and retired after serving just over 21 years. I specialized in seamanship and weapons and became a Chief Gunnery Instructor. Highlights were being part of the crew on a 27′ Montegue Whaler doing an overnight passage to American Samoa when taking junior officer training – total of 7 onboard. Funniest memory that comes to mind, I was part of a motor launch crew that was tasked with putting the motor launch alongside for crew to go on day leave, the Petty Officer said “Don’t worry – I’ll do it” he launched the boat only to find that he hadn’t checked and both bungs were left out, needless to say more than one pump was required.