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Herr Harper!!!

Posted on October 30, 2014 by irishroverpei

After the recent attack in the Canadian Parliament buildings, much has been said by a variety of politicians. Much praise has been applied to the security teams and in particular the Sargent at Arms. On the news media we have … Continue reading →

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World’s first successful submarine attack

Posted on January 14, 2012 by irishroverpei

The first successful submarine attack was carried out by the submarine CSS Hunley of the Confederate Navy during the civil war. It sank the USS Housatonic one of the US ships blockading Charleston Harbour. The Huntley sank with the loss … Continue reading →

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The Loss of a Queen

Posted on January 9, 2012 by irishroverpei

The RMS Queen Mary and Elizabeth plied the North Atlantic for many years as luxury passenger ships and as troop ships during the 2nd World War. They were the two finest lady’s to sail the world oceans, both were Blue … Continue reading →

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