I like this unusual view. The friendly Indian chief on shore looks close enough to talk to. I'd ask him if that war bonnet is itchy.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Aboard the Columbia
Here are a couple of views from on board the Columbia. While looking for some fun facts about the original Columbia sailing vessel (1836-1867), several websites cite the Columbia as one of the first U.S. naval ships to circumnavigate the globe. You mean it wasn't THE first? Inquiring minds want to know.
I like this unusual view. The friendly Indian chief on shore looks close enough to talk to. I'd ask him if that war bonnet is itchy.
I like this unusual view. The friendly Indian chief on shore looks close enough to talk to. I'd ask him if that war bonnet is itchy.
The USS Potomac circumnavigated the globe from 1831 - 1834. I'm not sure if that was the first, though.
ReplyDeleteDo you think the Indian Chief would speak in English or are you fluent in Sioux?
ReplyDeleteGreat images as always.
One of my favorite little seen places in DL is Columbia "below decks". Would love to see some images of that!
ReplyDeleteYes we want to know
ReplyDeleteI speak using the Indian sign language, which I learned from watching many John Wayne movies. If you ever need to buy a used buffalo, I'll help you out.
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