Originally Posted by West Coast
I do love it when the gullible fall for the lighthouse story. I guess when you want so dearly for it to be true, it makes it easier to be fooled.
Likely the same lot who heard about McDonalds funding IRA's and thought it was about northern Ireland.
Having wandered amongst the ghettos on the US Carriers, had senior officers admit that they believe there are people on the ship who serve no function outwith an "unofficial" below decks structure (ie gangs), and been present when Americans in bars cheer for "freedom fighters", and dig deep for funds when Paddy O'Toole came begging with his bowl - how did it feel to have the "freedom fighters" come knocking?
As you say, when you want it to be true that you are the best fighting force the world has ever seen, it's that little bit easier to be fooled by the illiterate leader of the country when he proffers his "hell yeahs".