John Gandy had a military and civilian maritime career, and now (when not sailing) spends his time restoring old vessels and keeping history alive.  In this interview John discusses in detail, little-known vessel handling techniques as well as interesting, little-known navigational aid knowledge.  Our conversation also delves into his career, history, sailors' superstition, torpedoes, cruise missiles, our vessel (the AJ Meerwald) and other topics.  

Books mentioned in the Episode include... 

• "The Last of the Tin Can Sailors" by James D. Hornfisher
• "Black Jacks" by W. Jeffery Bolster.
• "The Indispensables" (About the Marble head Mass. Regiment) by Patrick K. O'Donnell

Intro/Ending Music: Many thanks to Riggy Rackin for allowing the use of music from his Nauticas album. The intro and ending themes are the sailor song "A Roving", specifically track 1.  Learn more or order his music at www.riggy.com 

My Children's Books:  "The Greatest Captain in the World" and "The Greatest Captain in the World Too" are available on Amazon or directly from me at...  www.greatestcaptain.com  

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