Tag Archives: security

Refugees or Invasion. Part Two

Posted on September 28, 2015 by irishroverpei

As I expected I have received several responses to the above blog heading I posted on 25th Sept. A few as expected opposed the content but most were in general agreement. It wasn’t posted to start an argument or to … Continue reading →

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HMCS Stadacona. A Question of Security?

Posted on January 20, 2015 by irishroverpei

On the weekend I had an opportunity to visit my old stomping grounds from the 1960’s. HMCS Stadacona was then and is today the largest Naval/military base on the East Coast. In my days with the 6th Canadian Submarine Squadron … Continue reading →

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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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Chapter XXI Armageddon

Posted on July 26, 2014 by irishroverpei

Don’t forget the next chapter from this exciting story (Chapter 14. The Spy). Things begin to move faster as the launch hour draws near, much activity, danger and drama. You can`t miss this next episode, watch for my Sunday Morning … Continue reading →

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Survived Another Year

Posted on January 16, 2014 by irishroverpei

Five years between these two birthday photos, but hopefully not a lot of change. A few more grey hairs, and maybe a few more aches and pains. I was able to blow out my candles at age 70, somehow five … Continue reading →

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Working your Ticket

Posted on April 24, 2013 by irishroverpei

Working your ticket???anyone know what that means in Jack Speak? Well it means trying to get out of the Royal Navy before your time has expired. Let me explain, when I joined the Navy in 1954 I had to sign … Continue reading →

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Hazzard to Navigation

Posted on April 22, 2013 by irishroverpei

Over the weekend I received a video about a large US warship ordering a lighthouse to change course to avoid collision. While the video was funny, I didn’t laugh too hard. Having done something similar myself, and indeed, as have … Continue reading →

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The First Day of Spring

Posted on March 20, 2013 by irishroverpei

Ah!! that wonderful first day of Spring when love is in the air and young men turn to thoughts of romance. When the fields and valleys are alive with the renewal of life. When the trees burst forth in blossoms … Continue reading →

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My Royal Irish Blood

Posted on December 18, 2012 by irishroverpei

The photo in this post is of one of my many loyal Irish flag waving subjects. My niece (Ann the Genealogyhunter) has traced our Irish roots back to the Kings of Ireland, in fact, back to Naill of the Nine … Continue reading →

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Melbourne Olympics1956

Posted on July 14, 2012 by irishroverpei

As promised in yesterdays post here is my Olympic Story (found in my book The Royal Navy & Me) This is a true event that took place in 1956 at the Melbourne Olympic games, Doubt it couldn’t happen today!!!! Around … Continue reading →

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