tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post459667985542943955..comments2024-01-03T05:18:54.650-05:00Comments on CDR Salamander: Severn SITREPCDR Salamanderhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05981221786954902349noreply@blogger.comBlogger457125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post-13457204721661146812011-01-03T14:29:59.000-05:002011-01-03T14:29:59.000-05:00One was given a long term of restriction. The oth...One was given a long term of restriction. The other was separated.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post-72028884923756910972011-01-03T14:29:40.000-05:002011-01-03T14:29:40.000-05:00One was given a long term of restriction. The oth...One was given a long term of restriction. The other was separated.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post-3006659933347935652010-10-15T15:41:30.000-04:002010-10-15T15:41:30.000-04:00Whatever happened with these mids?Whatever happened with these mids?Dougnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post-22879191392937940852010-09-22T01:47:02.000-04:002010-09-22T01:47:02.000-04:00I am happy for you, I am glad you were able to rai...I am happy for you, I am glad you were able to raise a perfectly sheltered child who when put in a real leadership position will not have the experience to effectively lead. Guestnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post-73977105549155419092010-09-20T20:20:02.000-04:002010-09-20T20:20:02.000-04:00If you think West Point is any different, you are ...If you think West Point is any different, you are wrong.Guest '04noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post-24705043100197175362010-09-17T17:27:16.000-04:002010-09-17T17:27:16.000-04:00A hint?
"some conduct offenses ... there are...A hint?<br /><br />"some conduct offenses ... there are some honor offenses that are not remediable ..."<br /><br />Superintendent's Brief to the Alumni, Part 1By United States Naval Academy<br /><br />http://www.facebook.com/USNavalAcademyTindrilnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post-64893760585865681442010-09-15T21:57:20.000-04:002010-09-15T21:57:20.000-04:00The video has since been reposted and I have seen ...The video has since been reposted and I have seen the video and several of my friends have seen the video. We were disgusted by the way they were acting in the video. It was never entertaining at any point. It was obnoxious, unnecessary and inappropriate. 2011Midnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post-68250170351173972442010-09-10T18:01:26.000-04:002010-09-10T18:01:26.000-04:00Veritas, Don't know about Darby but in the ear...Veritas, Don't know about Darby but in the early '80s a non-grad named McCauley was the "Dant, and he <b>wasn't anybody's</b> friend.C-dore 14noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post-33476654459585005732010-09-10T15:58:46.000-04:002010-09-10T15:58:46.000-04:00"<span>Isn't URR married?"<..."<span>Isn't URR married?"</span><br /><br />Er, no.UltimaRatioRegisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post-88990766354232138502010-09-10T15:46:13.000-04:002010-09-10T15:46:13.000-04:00Gator (an old nickname of mine, by the way):
Hell...Gator (an old nickname of mine, by the way):<br /><br />Hell, go for 500. I just wished to add a note of humility and dignity to what might soon degenerate into a vulgar brawl. <br /><br />This could be a last minute double save, if handled right.<br /><br />Kind of like the back handed compliment of 3 days white wine and wedding cake at the Greybar Hotel. A "you are either going to climb the north face or walk the plank, but this is your last interview, it's up to you" moment, if you will.<br /><br />Besides only the hooves are recognizable of the gelatinous mass which was once one of the equine species. Perhaps we should go in search of something else to flay and flog.Grandpa Bluewaternoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post-34181576073378158432010-09-10T15:35:19.000-04:002010-09-10T15:35:19.000-04:00Vol I of Funk and Wagnalls. Leaves something to a...Vol I of Funk and Wagnalls. Leaves something to aspire to.Grandpa Bluewaternoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post-40610060551858542172010-09-10T14:56:53.000-04:002010-09-10T14:56:53.000-04:00Didn't they bring in one non-alumnus as Dant -...Didn't they bring in one non-alumnus as Dant -- Capt Jack Darby. The scuttlebutt was that he wsa the midn's best friend and they could do no wrong. Reportedly, during his tenure, it had shades of what was going on in the mid-2000s. Can anyone confirm/deny?Veritasnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post-76364271720516373512010-09-10T14:41:09.000-04:002010-09-10T14:41:09.000-04:00Guest, That's what they did in the mid-90s whe...Guest, That's what they did in the mid-90s when they brought back ADM Larson. I'd like to propose a more radical approach, <b>a retired Flag who isn't an alum</b> and thus doesn't have emotional ties to the place beyond that of a professional officer interested in turning out a quality graduate.C-dore 14noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post-50523387606738992842010-09-10T13:14:55.000-04:002010-09-10T13:14:55.000-04:00Right, C-Dore. And I bet each of the three were Q...Right, C-Dore. And I bet each of the three were QUALIFIED. They got there on merit, like everyone else, not because they were made targets of recruiting drives with a list of exceptions and lower standards as long as your arm. UltimaRatioRegisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post-13485635485416745402010-09-10T13:05:31.000-04:002010-09-10T13:05:31.000-04:00URR and GOH, Both of the "political appointee...URR and GOH, Both of the "political appointees" that I referred to in my comment were white males. Of course in those days most midshipmen were. In my 100+ man company Plebe year there were only 3 minorities---1 black, 1 Asian, and 1 Latino.C-dore 14noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post-3680480917279225332010-09-10T12:37:40.000-04:002010-09-10T12:37:40.000-04:00Perhaps the academy needs a more permanent leaders...Perhaps the academy needs a more permanent leadership structure, with a retired admiral serving as supe.Guestnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post-30918944417023905372010-09-10T12:26:34.000-04:002010-09-10T12:26:34.000-04:00Mr. T,
Thanks for the suggestion. I will probably ...Mr. T,<br />Thanks for the suggestion. I will probably do so, but not just for the 2 young women. It looks like a great study, and will be good extra preparation for them (beyond USNA leadership training).<br /><br />Not sure if they are issued this, but I doubt it. I will ask.<br /><br />Thanks again for the suggestion...Phil Rnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post-20530724807999128402010-09-10T11:59:15.000-04:002010-09-10T11:59:15.000-04:00Mr. T,
Fair statements, and I will sincerely take ...Mr. T,<br />Fair statements, and I will sincerely take them under advisement. <br /><br />I am cautious, and the mids (all of them) probably recognize that I try to maintain some distance and to prevent too much closeness or fraternization. This particular situation is not a good representation of the norm, at all. <br /><br />However, I do need to be vigilant that I maintain the proper mixture of distance, discipline, mentorship, and example. I take your feedback, as well as that from others, very seriously.<br /><br />Thank you again for your response.Phil Rnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post-80037376490310012882010-09-10T11:35:30.000-04:002010-09-10T11:35:30.000-04:00URR,
Like you I have been to war, studied war, ha...URR,<br /><br />Like you I have been to war, studied war, had relatives in war, and have studied it my whole life. That is why this is so painful to watch. These midshipmen walk in the steps of Farragut, Decatur, Nimitz, Halsey and others.. they need to understand that and act like it. Someday my Sons life and his shipmates (or Marines) will depend on it...MR T's Haircutnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post-53485831075486347722010-09-10T11:32:26.000-04:002010-09-10T11:32:26.000-04:00Phil,
I am not intending to provoke a confrontati...Phil,<br /><br />I am not intending to provoke a confrontation and you will know by commentary, I do not shy away from one either. My initial opinion of you was that you are invested in this outcome no matter what. I can appreciate your position and listened. The issue many like me have is NOT these two particular Midshipmen. No, it is the system that allows and fosters such behavior. The systemic failure in leadership and culture that allowed this to occur. <br /><br />My beef with you is specific to the comment you made about the parent relationship and sexual minefield guidance etc... it is those same thoughts on mentoring, leadership and treating these ADULTS like children that allows this environment to grow. They need Discipline. They need a set of rules and they need accountability. <br /><br />I have not ipugned your integrity. I have questioned your methods. MR T's Haircutnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post-31564403666940044562010-09-10T10:59:38.000-04:002010-09-10T10:59:38.000-04:00I sincerely respect your post. Thank you for prov...I sincerely respect your post. Thank you for providing this response. I understand your position a little better. Thanks for taking the time and putting in the effort.<br /><br />Additionally, I thank you for your service.Phil Rnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post-70127769497172825692010-09-10T08:43:46.000-04:002010-09-10T08:43:46.000-04:00Douglas,
Congress has been around a long time too,...Douglas,<br />Congress has been around a long time too, and their hope and change has bankrupted the entire country. Do you trust them to always "do the right thing?"<br /><br />If you believe in nepotism, perhaps you'd be happier in a monarchy?Salty Gatornoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post-33659247604478529552010-09-10T08:41:51.000-04:002010-09-10T08:41:51.000-04:00I vote snuggiesI vote snuggiesSalty Gatornoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post-5769561129904930892010-09-10T08:15:18.000-04:002010-09-10T08:15:18.000-04:00"<span>The Academy has been around a lo..."<span>The Academy has been around a long time </span>"<br /><br />Doug,<br />That means nothing. The Academy is not a living being - but it is only what its present leadership makes it. USNA is actually very young in that its top leadership has a huge turnover and it shifts course with each and every new leader. I would also offer that you review the original reasons Yale, Harvard, and Dartmouth were founded and see what has happened to them in the last 50 years.<br /><br />If you let the wrong kind of leaders do what they want to an institution without being held accountable, they can and will warp it in ways that totally change it in ways that make it unrecognizable. The only thing that will look the same will be the buildings. A building is not an institution though - it is the people and its mission that make it. Better a great institution run out of a strip mall than a farce run out of pretty Georgian and neo-classical buildings.cdrsalamandernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7704146.post-80260690833948711372010-09-10T08:00:45.000-04:002010-09-10T08:00:45.000-04:00MTH,
"<span>Say what you mean and mean...MTH,<br /><br />"<span>Say what you mean and mean what you say"</span><br /><br />I am afraid that is a part of the warrior ethos, and if there is anything guys like Phil seem to hate, it is that. It is the same mentality that makes Admirals declare that Petty Officers cannot carry sidearms or long guns while standing an armed post. <br /><br />A Global Force for Milquetoast.UltimaRatioRegisnoreply@blogger.com