Tag Archives: Korean War

The Poppy?

Posted on October 26, 2015 by irishroverpei

A few moments ago I read a comment on Face Book asking for an explanation of the poppy! Here is the origin for you and anyone else who is not aware of the history of wearing the poppy each year … Continue reading →

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Last Hours of 2014

Posted on December 31, 2014 by irishroverpei

Well, here I’m again, on the threshold of another New Year, 75 already under my belt. Do I get excited? No.  Do I get older yes. Do I care? not much. As I look back and reflect on so many … Continue reading →

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A Story to Remember

Posted on November 6, 2012 by irishroverpei

This story records what was probably the most frightening two minutes of my life. A Submariner’s Story (Sinking to Crush depth) It was a 0400 hrs on a Thursday morning in early April 1964. The day arrived just like a … Continue reading →

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A Small World

Posted on August 3, 2012 by irishroverpei

It is indeed a small world. Yesterday with out friends Carl and Jan we took a drive to Murray Harbour where we enjoyed a great lunch. Across the road at church bazaar, I saw an elderly man getting out of … Continue reading →

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Busy on the River

Posted on June 3, 2012 by irishroverpei

A big day in London today and in particular on the Thames River. The celebration of the Queen’s 60th year on the throne, the Diamond Jubilee Year. It brings back memories, I recall we were all ordered to the general … Continue reading →

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