Canadian Navy Bans Alcohol

[okaawhatever]

Previously, sailors were permitted to drink while off duty; now they will only be allowed to on special occasions at the captain's discretion.

The new measures come after a warship had to be recalled after incidents involving allegedly inebriated crew.

The new restrictions bring the Canadian navy closer in line with the navies of the US, Britain and New Zealand.

Beer vending machines will be removed from warships, and the price of alcohol will be raised in the onboard bars.

Canadian Royal Navy Commander vice-admiral Mark Norman told journalists that several "questionable incidents" concerning drunken sailors had prompted the decision.

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http://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-30459094

[yortsed snacilbuper]

1. Splice the Main Brace

In the age of sail, ship's rigging was a favorite target during sea battles because destroying the opponent's ability to maneuver or get away would put you at obvious advantage. Therefore, the first and most important task after a battle was to repair damaged rigging (also known as lines- but never "rope"!). Examples of lines include braces (lines that adjust the angle at which a sail is set in relation to the wind) and stays (lines supporting the masts).

The main brace was the principal line controlling the rotation of the main sail. Splicing this line was one of the most difficult chores aboard ship, and one on which the ship's safety depended. It was the custom, after the main brace was properly spliced, to serve grog to the entire crew. Thus, today, after a hard day (or, not so hard day), the phrase has become an invitation to have a drink.

[TheBlackAdder]

2. The Russians tried that. Many drank aircraft deicing fluid and antifreeze--vision/organ failures. nt