LittleChief, I would know about all that rock and roll stuff. I was on carriers my whole career. Those things don't move much unless it is really nasty out. Yes, I have seen water breaking over the bow (yes, on a carrier), but I can count those days on my fingers.

DT, I would imagine most military people don't consider themselves heroes, but if I were standing with the President (or any other human) and they came under fire, I would shield them as best I could. It is not that I am a hero, but I don't think my life is any more (or any less) precious than theirs. I know what I have done with my life and would be satisfied if my story were to close today. I don't know that the other person has achieved their purpose yet. (Especially the President!)