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"Transforming from Merchant Navy OLD to Merchant Navy Gold! ⏳⚓️ Time may change, but the passion for the sea remains steadfast. Did this transition resonate with you? Share your thoughts below! 💬🌊 #MerchantNavy #SeafaringLife #MaritimeTransition #OldToGold #SailorPride #SeaChange #NauticalJourney #RateAndComment"

"Transforming from Merchant Navy OLD to Merchant Navy Gold! ⏳⚓️ Time may change, but the passion for the sea remains steadfast. Did this transition resonate with you? Share your thoughts below! 💬🌊 #MerchantNavy #SeafaringLife #MaritimeTransition #OldToGold #SailorPride #SeaChange #NauticalJourney #RateAndComment"

Doubters and naysayers often tell us our biggest dreams are unrealistic. But do you believe in yourself more than their limited perceptions? David Goggins was given a deadline and told losing the required weight to become a Navy SEAL was impossible, yet he overcame those odds through hard work. Follow and subscribe for more insight 👀 #BelieveInYourself #DefyLimitedPerceptions #AchieveTheImpossible

The history of the largest explosions #36 Port Chicago explosion On July 17, 1944, one of the most catastrophic explosions in U.S. history occurred at Port Chicago, California. This tragic event, which took place during World War II, led to the deaths of 320 sailors and civilians and injured nearly 400 others. Background Port Chicago Naval Magazine, located about 30 miles northeast of San Francisco, was a crucial munitions loading facility. At the time of the explosion, two ships, the “SS Quinault Victory” and “SS E.A. Bryan”, were being loaded with bombs, shells, and other explosives destined for the Pacific theatre. The Explosion The exact cause of the explosion remains unknown, but it is believed that unsafe handling practices, lack of proper training, and the sheer volume of munitions played significant roles. The explosion occurred while the ships were being loaded with 4,606 tons of ammunition. The blast was so powerful that it obliterated the pier, destroyed both ships and left a crater 66 feet deep. It registered a seismic shock equivalent to a 3.4 magnitude earthquake. Credit: https://lnkd.in/eZy25qgG #MunitionsSafety #EOD #RiskManagement #HighExplosives #History #WWII #EOKHUB

Bréguet 1150 Atlantic & Atlantique 2 | The Cold War submarine hunter We are investigating the Br.1150 Atlantic and Atlantique 2, one of the legendary maritime patrol aircraft. Which requirements and events paved the way for the creation of the Atlantic? Why was the aircraft unable to answer the expectations in the international market? What are the differences between the Atlantic and Atlantique 2? Has the Atlantic been a successful maritime patrol aircraft in combat? 00:00 Introduction 00:58 Historical background 01:33 Programme history 04:24 Design 06:08 Variants (Atlantique 2 -ATL2 / Atlantique 3 / Bréguet 1150M Atlantic) 09:26 Users 09:37 Specifications (Atlantique 2) 10:44 Operational use and combat experience Dassault Aviation Marine Nationale #atlantic #atlantique2 #aviation #military #defence #militaryaviation #maritimepatrolaircraft #aircraft #navy #documentaryfilm https://lnkd.in/d_DGERr4

Shipboard Testing at DTB Medium weight hammer shock testing as per MIL-S-901E is essential for validating the resilience of naval equipment to explosive shocks and impacts. It involves a rigorous testing process to ensure equipment can sustain operational capabilities under adverse conditions.

Navy - Submarines - Deal size of Rs 35000 crs 3 Submarines costing Rs 35000 crs Timeline over 6 years Mazdock in play

Tanker Sounion Under Tow | 2nd Salvage Effort Underway | European Union Provide Naval Escort September 15, 2024 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano - a maritime historian at Campbell University (Campbell University) and former merchant mariner - discusses the second salvage attempt on MT Sounion, the background on the attack, the previous salvage effort, and what will happen next with the vessel. #redsea #houthi #sounion LINK IN COMMENTS BELOW

United States Marine Corps USMC Special Operations USMC Scout Sniper Association Marine Scout Sniper Heritage Foundation Recon & Sniper Foundation Rule 5- FAILURE ALWAYS REPRESENTS AN OPPORTUNITY: Losing and quitting are two different things. Never confuse one for the other. Remember one is acceptable and the other unforgivable. Don’t beat yourself up after a loss. Failing is okay as long as you learn from the experience. You have simply paid for a lesson with your mind, body, money, or time. Figure out why you failed and learn from it. These are the lessons in life that are the most valuable. Fail, screw up, and make lots mistakes....just avoid failing in the same way twice at all costs. #recon #sniper #sarc #reconsniper #scoutsniper #specialamphibiousreconnaissancecorpsman #ReconSniperFoundation #usmc #marine #headhunter #skills #life #liveright #diewell #rulenumber5 #lifelessons #recondo #forcerecon #dieliving photo credit: @seastate21

Hand Grenade Booklet #15 The Evolution of British Hand Grenades in World War I During World War I, the use of hand grenades became a pivotal element in trench warfare, transforming combat tactics on the Western Front. The British military, recognizing the need for effective close-quarters weaponry, developed and refined several types of hand grenades throughout the war. At the onset of World War I, British forces were largely unprepared for trench warfare. The early grenades used by the British were often improvised and unreliable. Soldiers would sometimes craft their own grenades using jam tins filled with gunpowder and scrap metal, known as "jam tin grenades." The need for a standardized, effective grenade led to the development of the Mills Bomb, invented by William Mills in 1915. The Mills Bomb, officially known as the No. 5 grenade, was the first modern fragmentation grenade and became the standard issue for British forces. It featured a segmented outer shell that fragmented upon detonation, increasing its lethality. Key Features Segmented Shell: The cast iron body of the grenade was designed to break into lethal fragments upon explosion. Safety Lever and Pin: The grenade included a safety lever and pin mechanism, which made it safer to handle and less prone to accidental detonations. Reliable Fuse: The Mills Bomb used a reliable timed fuse, giving soldiers a predictable delay before detonation. The introduction of the Mills Bomb significantly improved the British Army's offensive and defensive capabilities. It allowed soldiers to clear enemy trenches, bunkers, and other fortified positions with greater efficiency and safety. The grenade's design influenced future developments in grenade technology and set a standard for modern hand grenades. The Mills Bomb remained in service with the British military long after World War I, continuing to be used in World War II and beyond. Its influence can be seen in the design of modern fragmentation grenades used by militaries around the world today. Photo: An officer of the British Salonika Army demonstrating how to throw a Mills bomb #handgrenadebooklet #handgrenade #eod #history #EOKHUB #ww1 #UK