Originally Posted by
John Blaney
My first deep sea trip on a cargo ship, the "Parramatta", was my introduction to the "Bay" at it's worst,
with the props coming out of the water whenever she took a dive, sending vibrations all through the ship,
I remember the re-assuring sound of the telegraph and the corresponding change in engine speed, possibly
a slight change in heading, I don't know, but the motion of the ship changed to a more comfortable roll,
and I always became aware of this on future trips, that the officers on the bridge end engine room were
aware of the situation and had her under control. Never ceased to impress me, I salute you gentlemen,
cheers
John B.