The program was excellent Jeremy isn't everyone's cup of tea
but he did a very good job here
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The program was excellent Jeremy isn't everyone's cup of tea
but he did a very good job here
504 were rescued - My grandfather Captain John Pascoe senior and his crew among them. His ship was sunk. He and his first mate were called out for bravery, got all crew into the boats. I have his medals and OBE. My lovely granddad. Never talked about it though, really. His sons were Captains John Pascoe, William Pascoe; grandson, Captain John Pascoe - all deceased now, sad to say.
They were all very brave men Jackie, you have every right to be proud him, and them, kt
Ditto Keith and thanks Jackie.
Regards Keith.
Hello Jackie,
I feel so sorry for the families of drowned seamen - particularly when they were told that ships passed by their men in the water and did not stop to pick them up. What an awful thing to have to think about. That is one of the reasons why we must continue to tell the truth about PQ17. The Media (as I have said so many times before ! ) are only interested in telling a tale of disaster. In fact, PQ17 had many facets to its story and heroism and extreme bravery in the face of terrible odds is the main thread. It is up to us, Jackie, to continue to let the public know the TRUTH, instead of the gospel according to the BBC.
Your grandfather, as Master of SS BOLTON CASTLE, features in a book by David Irving. "The Destruction of PQ17" You can find the whole book online and your grandfather on pp. 176,177-180 and 294
Best wishes
Brenda
Tonight at 2230 hrs is another showing on BBC 4, of the doccu PQ17, narrated by Jeremy Clarkson, a first class program, i for one will watch again.
Hello Keith
A First class programme indeed in many respects. Just be aware of the hidden agenda which is not telling the truth and nothing but the truth. See posts # 16;22;25
regards
Brenda