A Wrap on the Dali Disaster, Season Farewell to Capt. Darrell Walton

First and foremost, a special thanks to Captain Darrell Walton and all the awesomeness he brings to the History Mystery Man channel. As far as we know, this will be his season finale as we both offer up some final thoughts on the MV Dali disaster. Thanks for all your support...racing season is next.

[@cynthiaroper3127]

I love listening to Captain Darrell. He’s a true American patriot! I would love to have a live video. I would listen!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Cynthia. Maybe we should do a live show for KZbin; I'll talk to Capt. D about that. HMM

[@rbb1949]

You two are Awesome and god bless the both of you and especially you Don for what you do. Cant wait for the next video 👍👍

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again rbb1949! I appreciate your feedback and continual support...HMM

[@p.k.5455]

Id listen to ANYTHING you two put out!!!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks! We love hearing that! HMM

[@richardstever3242]

Both of you gentlemen have my respect and appreciation. Keeping it real in a world of illusions.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Richard...so appreciated. HMM

[@blackscotydog]

I will be awaiting the return of Captain Darrell.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

You and me both! Thanks for your support...HMM

[@bradparker9664]

​@@HistoryMysteryManYou guys are a great team in putting out these talks.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

@@bradparker9664 Thanks Brad; we appreciate you! HMM

[@alunfidler]

Brilliant documentary ❤

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

@@alunfidler Many thanks! HMM

[@kathleen5678]

Good luck in the future Captain Derrell. Love your content. ❤

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Kathleen. God willing, we'll both be back! HMM

[@pamelab5690]

You are both awesome!! I love listening to you both!!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Pamela; we appreciate you! HMM

[@ripperace]

I look forward to your and Capt. Darrells content in the future. Tell him I enjoyed my trip on the Jet when he was captain! Take care guys!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Cool...you got to ride with Capt. D...you're one of the lucky ones! Thanks...HMM

[@darrellwalton938]

Thanks for the reply! I was also a Marine Surveyor with SAMS for over 30 years. Keep those boats floating!

[@ErinBujalski]

Love getting out of work and seeing a new vid with Captain D!!!!! 💜

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

America's Captain! Thanks again, Erin...HMM

[@merlynjohnson1621]

Can't wait to see what's next from the captain... I think you would have a large audience if you decided to do a podcast. You two are hypnotizing!!! People seem to be entranced in any content with Darrell. A true patriot!!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Capt. D...America's Captain! Thanks again, Merlyn; we appreciate you! HMM

[@johnfry9010]

Amen , God Bless America and God Bless you guys for calling them like you see them !

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks John...always appreciated. HMM

[@wadeenyart9676]

TY HMM and Capt. Darrell

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

You're welcome Wade; thanks for your support. HMM

[@robertayers9424]

Thanks for the great times shared with Capt Darrell! I've kept my theories and opinions out of the comments on the Dali incident. I don't want to negatively effect your videos. I enjoy the changing of the seasons, as well as your topic changes. Thanks for all the enjoyable content! Until we meet again!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again Robert. Your theories and opinions are always welcome here. We appreciate your continual feedback. See you down the road...HMM

[@sleepyjoe3474]

Podcast 👍 I look for a new video every day. You guys are amazing.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

So many thanks! HMM

[@MarkJohnson-ou6xz]

Ships or cars, you do a great job! Wishing you a great race season! Stay safe! Captain Darrell, have a good summer!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, Mark...always appreciated. HMM

[@themagneticfishermen8510]

I could listen to captain darrell talk about anything. His common sense is so refreshing. I would LOVE a podcast with him! Cheers from toledo

[@RomeroTV]

Been saying this since his 1st Fitz video

[@MissTerri207]

Captain Darrell is a born storyteller. He reminds me of my beloved Father.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Holy Toledo! My homwtown! Thanks for your support...HMM

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

"hometown" I meant...

[@allenhardwick7527]

I enjoyed listening to both of you guys captain Darrell and history mystery man especially the subject of the Edmund Fitzgerald and other marine time stories of great lakes

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Allen; we appreciate your feedback. HMM

[@rogerozdarski2935]

Thank you Captain Darrell and HMM. What a great series, can't wait till you two hook up in the fall again. Can't wait to see your videos from the race track and small town America! Like Captain Darrell said do what males you happy. Because what makes you happy make alot of us very happy too.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Roger. Your support is so rewarding. Off to the races! HMM

[@rogerozdarski2935]

@HistoryMysteryMan thank you again! Just love what you put out, please don't change it. Enjoy the races!

[@jeremymcmanus6624]

Good season from HMM and Capt. D! Travel well, Capt. Darrell. See you next season.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, Jeremy! HMM

[@ethantaube2512]

I hope Captain Darrell returns

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

That's the plan...thanks for your interest. HMM

[@tmutch4832]

@@HistoryMysteryManare you guys going to talk about the container ship that lost power in New York? That was just the other day and like the Dali people are thinking it was a cyber attack 😕

[@tmutch4832]

@@HistoryMysteryManyou two should contact Joe Rogan and see about doing an episode on his podcast, guaranteed it would draw alot of interest 🤘😎 I think he would be interested in doing it, he’s always been about having interesting people on his show and I think he’d appreciate having you two on there

[@johnnersinger9771]

You guys are the best

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

@@johnnersinger9771 Thanks John...so appreciated. HMM

[@MacGregor.]

Getting bent over with taxes. Like us all here, guessing. The decorum between you two is entertaining. Appreciate you gentlemen

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks for your feedback and continual support! HMM

[@MacGregor.]

@@HistoryMysteryMan YesSir.

[@user-kh2lv1ep3v]

Thanks to both of you for what you do.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

You're welcome; we appreciate your support...HMM

[@gjm5959]

Kick A** guys. Will be looking forward to hearing Captain Darrell and the HMM doing your thing again soon !!!!!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Many thanks! HMM

[@bov634]

The transportation industry is in trouble, 17 years in the trucking business and I can't believe who they give a license to.

[@jamesstrickland631]

I agree. I been in the truck repair business for almost 30 years now, been driving trucks since I was 15, and I see people all the time, that DON'T NEED TO BE DRIVING a semi truck.....

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Scary stuff...thanks for sharing your thoughts here. HMM

[@bov634]

@@HistoryMysteryMan thanks for the videos.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

@@bov634 You're welcome; thanks for watching...HMM

[@greggrauscher34]

@@jamesstrickland631 I've witnessed it first hand. But the problem is in just about every industry too many people born in the U.S., Canada, probably any Western country don't want to work in general and especially in jobs like trucking and especially the younger people. When there is a shortage of workers the bar gets lowered.....incompetent, improperly trained, unprofessional, lazy, even substance abuse issues...it's all too common. I realize there are exceptions, but I see this all too often.

[@elroyelblander6277]

👍👍...that unicycle 🤣🤣, takes some talent,and why is it so high off the ground 🤔....but anyway, thanks for all your content Cpt. Don , and thank you Cpt. Darrel fir being part of his channel.. appreciate you fellers ..see ya later HMM 👍👊

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again Elroy. Not so much talent...just practice. The 6-fter is more challenging because of the added fear factor. HMM

[@chuckg6039]

Don and Darrell. Thanks A TON for another great season talking about ships! I enjoyed watching each and every video. Darrell, I'm so jealous of your hat, your Anderson shirt, and got to love that ultra fast Jet Express....and your jacket! I'll anxiously await later in the year when you two get together again.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

I always wanted to wheel the Jet Express...Capt. D did it for years. Getting a lot of great comments on his hat and shirt. Thanks for your support, Chuck. HMM

[@rileybridgham1963]

I loved listening to Captain Darrell, you and him bring a lot to historical events, thank you for everything Captain Darrell.

[@darrellwalton938]

Thanks for the very kind words! We will be back in the fall, if the “Good Lord’s willing, and the Creek don’t rise! God Bless America!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, Riley; Capt. D. will love this one. HMM

[@MissTerri207]

I so appreciate you, Don, and Captain Darrell. You're wonderful! ❤

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again Miss Terri...always appreciated. HMM

[@chuckg6039]

On April 4th, the 1000 foot Indiana Harbor bulk carrier left Duluth Harbor/Canal being assisted by two tugs. This was a VERY rare event. She was fully loaded with 60K tons of taconite pellets bound for Gary, Indiana. For several days no one could figure out why the tugs. Yesterday one of the tug captains said it was due to their backup generator being out. Once the vessel left the canal, the tugs weren't needed. But tugs were again needed as she went through the Soo Locks, and later when she docked at Gary. This told me they practiced caution! I wonder if prior to the Baltimore event if 2 tugs would have been needed in this situation. Don, I emailed you the video link showing the 1,000 footer using two tugs.

[@user-co7fb6qe5w]

2 escort tugs were running alongside the Dali(reported) then pulled away before open sea

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Chuck...I watched the video in its entirety. Tugboat business is pickin up...HMM

[@ajbaumgart4774]

I sure hope captain Darrell returns love listening to him and his stories history mystery man you're a lucky man to get the opportunity to sit down with him much respect for you both 🙂

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, AJ. I am fortunate to have been able to hook up with Capt. D. HMM

[@BillBernard-jz4in]

Can’t wait for the next season. Great job. Thank you both, and thank you Capt Darrell for teaching and providing a greater understanding about the industry.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Bill; we appreciate your support. Stop by anytime...HMM

[@billycox2040]

Enjoy listening to your insight Captain D.

[@p.k.5455]

It almost seems as if someone flipped the power switches off then on then off and on again! Like Captain Darrell said, "how did the engine PLUS All the generators go out at the SAME TIME!?" Just feels wrong. Look at how much damage just one ship has done. Very reminiscent of a few stray airplanes that caught us with our pants down. I pray it really was an accident, but it just seems a little off. I love the videos, and you guys are just THE BEST!!!

[@abrahamphilip6439]

Its simple , if the generator trips the engine fails

[@p.k.5455]

@@abrahamphilip6439 aren't the generators to provide backup power to the engine

[@abrahamphilip6439]

Generator power is needed to start the Main engines,, just as in a car the alternator is required to keep the engine running without stalling ,

[@p.k.5455]

@abrahamphilip6439 and they also have backup generators is my understanding, sources of power not directly from the engine

[@mp-ov9dh]

Captain Darrell is a national treasure! Very interesting content from a great perspective.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

America's Captain! Thanks for watching...HMM

[@billdittman680]

Thanks for the “inside look” to what happened in Baltimore! Keep all the great shows coming looking forward to what you have next and what you put out through the summer!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, Bill...always appreciated. HMM

[@danielmcfadden1]

Just want to thank you both for these great videos, watching them is how I unwind from a hard days work. Looking forward to some more Captain D next season! On a different note, I think we are terribly sloppy in the USA, everything from security to work ethic to morals…. I could go on and on, but it’s certainly not the same as it was years ago, I think generations of the past would be rolling over in their graves, I know a lot of my family and friends that are gone now would be for sure!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, Daniel. Our ancestors would not recognize this country...and neither do I. I appreciate your continual support. HMM

[@LadyOaksNZ]

Love hearing from Captain Daryl ... New Zealand here. 🇳🇿

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Hey there New Zealand! Thanks for visiting...and for your support of the channel. Stop by anytime...HMM

[@finnsaarinen3471]

CAptain DARYL you are the real goods, we love your style!!!!!!! Way to go BOTH of you.......keep up the videos......beyond the Fitz.....still love every show.....cheers! the Finnster

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, Finnster; we appreciate you! Stop by anytime! HMM

[@jessehughrichardson4131]

As a young michigander this is like a class for me, watching the videos is like sitting through lectures while gaining knowledge, i have been to many places under and lower of the mac, my grandfather worked on the bridge so it means alot to see this and learn. But the real question is when are you guys having a lecture on the ghost ship stories, ect eh ? Keep up the great work 👍

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks...I appreciate your positive feedback. We did do one ghost-type story on the SS Middletown...a ship that Capt. Darrell was a shipkeeper on during the winter months. Any ideas on which ghost ships we would do? HMM

[@Dudemaster850]

Look forward to the racing season.👍

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Coming next! Thanks for your support...HMM

[@justinwalker3374]

I think a podcast is an awesome idea with you two

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Justin...always appreciate your support. HMM

[@twisterzman]

You two are the best. Love this.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks...so appreciated. HMM

[@RalphJHusky]

Love your videos, you two have something really unique here. Living my entire life on WI shores of Lake Michigan you really add to the passion we have for the Great Lakes. Keep it up

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Ralph...so appreciated. Stop by anytime...HMM

[@michaelnault5905]

It will be interesting to see the official conclusion on the investigation.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

For sure. Gotta wonder how many years it'll take to get some conclusions. Thanks again, Michael...HMM

[@markwinnicki8802]

don You and Darrell have to keep us all entertained with all the ship stories can't end them now keep the stories coming we all love and both you and Darrell you two are the best it don't get any better superior they said never gives up her dead when the skys of November turn gloomy rip Gordon Lightfoot and crew of the Fitz always remembered never forgotten I personally thank you don and Darrell for the great stories humer jokes and laughs simply put pure perfection ❤😊

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Mark; we appreciate your kind words...gives us the umph to keep going. HMM

[@markwinnicki8802]

@@HistoryMysteryMan You bet ya brother from another mother

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

@@markwinnicki8802 Brother from another mother! Love it! Thanks...HMM

[@Blrtech77]

Once Again HMM and Captain Walton, You Two Knocked It Out of the Park! Thanks and I Agree With You All and I'm Going To Miss the Maritime Videos. Racing Season Lets Go, and If You Start A Podcast I Know You Will Have at least One Loyal Listener. lol Peace and Be Safe.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

One loyal listener is always better than none! Thanks again; I appreciate your feedback and continual support...#Grateful, HMM

[@jefferyrahla9133]

I did two brunch cruises on the Queen. That was one of the first trips I to my now wife. I had read an article that the Queen has been sold and there’s been a replacement. When I was on her last August of 2021 if I recall correctly she was looking a little rough on the inside. Hey Capt… if you see this have a great day. Say hi to your better half for me.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

I looked at the Queen down there in the Flats in March of 2023...and yes, it looked rough. Good news is...Cleveland got a new boat. Haven't seen it yet, but I'm looking forward to. Thanks Jeffery. HMM

[@dcurbatsch]

Good stuff

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks for that! HMM

[@glenncooper3524]

More Captain Darrell whatever the season. Both of ya

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, Glenn. HMM

[@johnmoss8230]

Great content. Look forward to seeing both of you guys again 😊

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks John...always appreciated. HMM

[@ligmasack9038]

If it looks like a Duck, and Quacks like a Duck; it sure as Hell isn't a Rat!

[@waynerafferty1048]

I really enjoyed all your videos, capt darrell is incredible and you both are so full of incredible knowledge, thank you . I look forward to seeing your next journey. Still hoping. If it is ok, since we are coming up to the anniversary of D,DAY. Here in Bangor northern Ireland we had marines and GIs train here for beach landings , before all us units finally left for England, president Eisenhower done a speech to all the troops on our main pier. Also the titanic done her sea trails past our harbour. Maybe i could email them to you if that was ok. Thanks again for your incredible work. Take care

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, Wayne...we're grateful to have you chime in...all the way from Ireland. What were you wanting to email? HMM

[@stevenknight8613]

Just found you guys. Subscribed and loving it. Cheers from Australia.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks for finding us Steven; we appreciate your interest from Australia. Stop by anytime...HMM

[@donmcnally9063]

Thanks Don!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

You're always welcome Don! Thanks again...HMM

[@ryanmiller883]

Another great video! Definitely dont stop. I commented on the last video. I got knowledge of bridges you two got knowledge of ships. There is something not right about all of it. My opinion on the bridge if it came down that easy it was a disaster waiting to happen. Thanks Don and Darrel. Cant wait till the next video.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

You're welcome Ryan; thanks for your support! HMM

[@MacGregor.]

Like the pictures in the last handful of videos. Fantastic channel.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thank you so much. Your comments are so rewarding! HMM

[@MacGregor.]

@@HistoryMysteryMan thank You!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

@@MacGregor. You're welcome!

[@keystonepirate2534]

Let’s go! Great day! Hope everyone is doing well. 🏴‍☠️🙏🤙

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

All good here; thanks for checking in again! HMM

[@kathleen5678]

Don we love your content. Podcast is a great idea. I certainly would listen.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, Kathleen; we always appreciate your feedback...and your support! HMM

[@oinkoink870]

The clean break where the structure clearly cleanly separated

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Interesting...HMM

[@saiyansogordo1483]

Thank you Don! Still hoping for that kamloops video from you guys, hopefully next season will be a surprise with that.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

You're welcome. We haven't forgotten about the Kamloops...one for the new season. Thanks for your feedback. HMM

[@saiyansogordo1483]

@@HistoryMysteryMan perfect can't wait!

[@gullreefclub]

The dropping of the anchor was a wing and prayer that the Chesapeake Bay Pilot who ordered it to be deployed had hoped would catch on something and turn the MV Dali away from the FSK bridge. That said I have questions that to date I have not heard of found answers too. The first has to do with the MGO that the Main Engine, Main Engine Auxiliary Generators (ie the gen-sets that run the electric Blowers, engine oil and coolant pumps, as well as providing power to the hydraulic pumps that operate the rudder, and provide power for the reefer Conex boxes, house lights etc. Question 1 is do ships of this size use day tanks for fuel? Question 2 Do ships have Fuel “Polishing” Centrifuge(s) to polish/filter the MGO? Question 3 Do ships of this size have hot swappable fuel filters so that if an obstruction occurs the standby filters can be switched to quickly and easily. Question 4 Do ships have fuel flow sensors placed before and after the fuel filters to check for obstructed fuel filters? Question 5 Do ships engineers task samples of the fuel in the ships different tanks to check for water, algae, dirt etc and if so what would be an appropriate schedule to check the fuel in the tanks? Question 6 Workers at the port of Baltimore have reported that the Dali was having some sort of an electrical system problem and that every time they tried to get the ships generators to take the load after unloading and loading of Conex boxes that circuit breaker would pop and sometimes knock the generator offline. It was so bad that workers at the port have told reporters etc that the ship was using shore power. My question is who checks or certifies the problem has been resolved and systems are working properly. Lastly the ship took on a total of 400,000 gallons of at least two different types one being MGO and the other was what heavy fuel the ship burns past the 200 mile environmental zone. Answers to these questions would greatly be appreciated and thanks in advance for any replies given to my questions

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Good questions; but I don't know the answers. Anyone else? Thanks for your commentary and questions...wish I had some answers. Thanks...HMM

[@jayw334]

Would love to hear Captain Darrell’s take on the Michipicoten incident!

[@randyv964]

Thank you for these videos. I have learned a lot.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

You're welcome Randy; thanks for taking the time to watch! HMM

[@user-nn1df7sn4h]

love it , love it from west tennessee, just north of memphis

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Had a great time in Memphis last year, meeting up with race driver Sammy Swindell...then stopping by the Battle of Shiloh on the way back was pure bonus. Thanks for your support...HMM

[@garymckee8857]

3:48 3:52 Always good to get the facts from a professional that knows. It is strange that there was no redundancy in the power systems. Thanks 👍

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks for your continued support, Gary...HMM

[@skruloos1]

Capt Darrell is the best..and of story..

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

I'll buy that! Thanks...HMM

[@robfultz6629]

Podcast is a great idea!!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks for your feedback, Rob! Always appreciated. HMM

[@Peter.w]

Always great to hear Capt Darrell stories. Have him look into the Sidney E Smith Collision in the St clair river. Would be interesting to hear his take on it

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Interesting...Capt. D actually mentioned that story to me a couple months ago, for a possible discussion. Thanks Peter...HMM

[@sandygibson4584]

A podcast with Capt Darrell would be cool

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks for your feedback, Sandy...HMM

[@gregjohnson902]

Sign Captain Darrell to a lifetime contract!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Best idea of the day award! Thanks Greg...HMM

[@tkdterp8]

You have a fan in northern Ohio!❤

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Awesome, and I am grateful! Thanks...HMM

[@hambam7533]

boy they load those ships high with cargo and God bless you two as well

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

That really struck me too...seems like those container ships would be way too top-heavy. Thanks! HMM

[@maxnikolenko2302]

I love these tow saying it how it is. Not worring about worrring what is politically correct or not. HONESTY is the only guage for success and betterment of society

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

I like the way you explained this. Makes sense to me...thanks! HMM

[@greggrauscher34]

Thank you guys! I enjoyed hearing your insights on this disaster. It seems regardless of the cause, someone wasn't doing their job or jobs properly. Whether it was in terms of security, maintenance or following procedure. And who knows if the true cause or causes will ever be completely known or especially revealed. Something seems fishy regardless. And a podcast would be great. I do really enjoy the visuals of these videos, but I like the listening flexibility of a podcast. Sometimes I watch the videos on my phone, but to really appreciate them I usually watch on my pc. A podcast I can listen to when I'm driving or on my lunch in my car.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Good points Gregg. A podcast would give us a little more liberty...and probably easier to produce without all the visuals. Thanks for your input! HMM

[@user-kg4eb7nl5b]

been fun guys

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks! HMM

[@boomerantics9586]

As always, a great video! Since you mentioned aviation and as a former airline pilot, I’ll chime in again. There was, within my profession, a certain lack of confidence in the competency of crews working for some airlines of some less developed nations. It was often apparent that something was missing in the training, experience, qualifications, et al among these crews and this was sometimes alluded to in examination of accidents in CRM (crew resource management) training. I haven’t any idea whether any such contributed to this accident but I am a bit surprised that your conversation did not mention as a general concern the registry of vessels in under a “Flag of Convenience” and the problems that doing so inevitably creates when complying (or not) with safety standards and the quality of personnel. Thanks again for another informative video!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Well...I don't know everything and never pretend that I do...and I don't know anything about the Flag of Convenience, so I cannot mention what I do not know about. I'm a Great Lakes Tug Captain from the 80s and 90s...and not once did I ever hear about the FoC. Thanks...HMM

[@boomerantics9586]

@@HistoryMysteryMan No worries, Captain! The remark was not intended as a “gotcha”. 😄

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

@@boomerantics9586 Understood all along...thanks for your support.

[@kimfleury]

​​@@HistoryMysteryManthe Flag of Convenience is mentioned sometimes in seafaring chat threads since about 2012 or maybe a few years after that. It's for tax and insurance purposes, or at least that's how it started. I wouldn't say that's wrong as far as managing business prudently. But you know the tendency of mankind to start thinking that unethical ideas look good if they save pennies. Edit to add that I don't know much about it myself. These are just some things I've read in the chat threads.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

@@kimfleury Got it...thanks for your explanation. HMM

[@richwicklund304]

A podcast with the both of you would be great to listen to crossing my fingers until next time by the way I grew up in superior and remember that November 10th storm of 1975 I was 9 yrs old I live in Georgia now don’t miss the cold winters and the long walks to school just under 2 miles but I miss the regular folks and the seasons

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Whoa...what a great place to grow up! The cold winters wouldn't bother me at all...love the seasons. Good regular folks for sure. Thanks Rich, for your support...HMM

[@ThePolcat]

I’d love to drink a beer the good captain!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Probably could be arranged! Thanks...HMM

[@ErinBujalski]

Yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaassssssss. Do a podcast!!!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks for your feedback, Erin...keep it comin! HMM

[@bfields43ify]

A call in podcast or just a podcast would be fantastic!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks for your feedback! HMM

[@joshua4960]

Lmfao Darrel Walton I don't want them coming up my driveway?!! Lmfao ahahahahaha

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

He's a hoot! Thanks Joshua...HMM

[@chuckteverbaugh6798]

When are you guys going to do your next show next year or this year? Let me know I really love this channel. I am from Dayton, Ohio. Yes, it's opened a new thing for me about ships. On my truck driver but I love ships and tugs. And everything just everything about it. And you guys seem like you're very analogible about everything.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Chuck. I'd say Capt. D and I will get going again toward the end of September. Thanks for your support...HMM

[@MacGregor.]

Wish the power was really with the People

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

I'll buy that...thanks. HMM

[@markwinnicki8802]

God bless both of you forever like Darrell says if I want to cut the grass I cut the grass as I have a brand new gravely zt hd 52 2 hrs on and some battle scars already have to get some recoat paint 8mph lightning speed like the starship Enterprise beam me up Scotty

[@matthewcosta780]

Oh man, I just ran into a video elsewhere about the Bradley's sister ship Captain Darrell did that he would be perfect to do on, he needs to make a return to do it!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

I'll reach out to Capt. D. tomorrow morning...thanks. HMM

[@chuckgilbert2035]

I noticed the WWII History book on the shelf behind Captain Walton. I too am a very big WWII history buff. My Grand Father Willis G Gilbert was General Eisenhower's transportation officer during WWII. We do need to do a lot of work with our transportation infrastructure. What we have now including the transportation Secretary is a joke. I am shocked we do not have tug boats where these bridges without proper dolphins to protect columns to support these massive bridges.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

It would have been fascinating to sit down with your grandfather to listen to his stories. Capt. D's dad fought in WWII also. Our infrastructure needs a boost for sure. Thanks Chuck...HMM

[@chuckgilbert2035]

@@HistoryMysteryMan That is why I am a WWII history buff. I could sit with both my grandfathers and lesson to their stories. They both served in WWI and WWII. I got a good picture of what it was like in both Europe and the S Pacific. I also was in Germany when the Berlin Wall went up.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

@@chuckgilbert2035 I assume your grandfathers have passed on? I know there are very few WWII vets left...thanks.

[@chuckgilbert2035]

@@HistoryMysteryMan yes. One was 72 years old when he passed. The other one was 98. Passed in 2000

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

@@chuckgilbert2035 They were amazing men, called to duty as kids. So much respect. HMM

[@kimfleury]

I would love to listen to a podcast of you two! I've only got so much time to take care of household chores, and can't be using that time to sit and look at videos. So I've been listening to a lot of podcasts lately. It makes the time pass more quickly as I do the boring things that have to get done. My podcast player of choice is Spotify, mainly because it's already installed and I don't have the time to go off in search of another one, and then do all the sign up stuff. But every podcast I listen to announces that they're available on all the platforms. I don't know how much trouble it is for the creator to maintain all that. It doesn't matter to me if you do it weekly, every other week, or monthly, but I truly would enjoy it.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks for your feedback, Kim. I listen to a lot of podcast-formatted shows. I don't have Spotify or any of the others so I listen later on KZbin...but yes, the podcasts are a great way to pass time during chores. Although sometimes I have to rewind because my mind can't focus on two or more things at once. HMM

[@jamesmcgee2447]

👍🏻👍🏻

[@DerekMatzeg]

It seems like the ship ⚓🚢 was aiming for the bridge.. Another question why were they traveling fast in a Port? Someone with experience on ships and on the docks should be the investigators of crashes like this one..

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Good questions Derek. No answers yet. Thanks...HMM

[@DerekMatzeg]

@@HistoryMysteryMan your welcome..

[@bowslap]

A podcast? Count me in!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again! HMM

[@LyleJr]

Damn straight you do you and as long as you're happy and not hurting others then to hell with it

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

I'll but that...thanks again, Lyle...HMM

[@beberle9641]

Do what you do HMM we will for sure watch! Everyone have a wonderful day! Looking forward to some racing videos. Try to do a talk with Kenny Wallace? Thanks Brian

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, Brian. For sure...I'd like to reconnect with Kenny Wallace again. Here's one I did with Kenny a couple years ago at Limaland Motorsport Park... kzbin.info/www/bejne/lYe5fHyMj9hsa9E

[@beberle9641]

@@HistoryMysteryMan So cool you making my day with your response. I don't think I saw that video yet I will check it out for sure Kenny is a real hoot of a guy. Brian 🏁✌️😎

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

@@beberle9641 Kenny is so good I want to spend more time with him...making more movies. Thanks again, Brian...HMM

[@joshua4960]

The sunshine skyway happened 44 years ago and they smartened up and put real concrete protection around the bridge. Why isn't Baltimore doing that? Because the law makers wanted to make bonus money instead

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Interesting perspective...

[@cowboy6591]

Diversity is an issue, GO WOKE GO BROKE.

[@jefferymatthew2776]

I would listen to a podcast if u do one

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, Jeffery...HMM

[@steventhomas8964]

Podcast!!!!!!!

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks for your feedback Steven! HMM

[@bobvalentine8927]

Love those cool videos keep them coming

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks again, Bob...HMM

[@gregchervenak2602]

Would love to listen to a podcast

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Greg; we appreciate your feedback. HMM

[@Samanthareneeheart10]

@HMM & Caot. Darrell, I've been following you all for a while now & another channel, especially on what happened in Baltimore. The other channel is called what's going on in shipping. He has been talking on the Dalli, and he says the black smoke is an attempt to fire the main generators back up.... idk there was something wrong with this ship as the emergency generator didn't kick in on time. From my understanding is no one has to throw a switch or anything. it's an automatic system. So yeah, the chief engineer is definitely going to swing for this mishap. They are blaming fuel they got overe here & I've heard that there have been ALOT of issues on these big freighters having issues with Fuel they get here. If that's the case than how come these big cruise ships aren't having issues with these same issues that these freighters are with fuel from the US? DIFFRENT type of diesel fuel? I don't know. You're BOTH more experienced to answer that than I am. Captain Darrell sir HMM gentlemen I have THROUGHLY ENJOYED listening to you all & your takes on the Fitz, & other ship wrecks around the great lakes. Maybe you all can get together on some other great ship wrecks out of history. Throughout maybe the Missouri & Mississippi River

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Thanks Samantha...good question on fuel for cruise ships...wish I had an answer. Anyone else? Speaking of the Mississippi, the Sultana disaster would be an interesting one to cover. I appreciate your support and your continual commentary...keep it comin'. HMM

[@Samanthareneeheart10]

You all are welcome. I live about 35 miles south of St. Louis is not TOO far from the river. But I'm glad I'm not on the treacherous Mississippi, lol. You gentlemen have a lot of interesting stories and antics in your youth, lol. 😄. HMM, YOU keep putting out interesting content & some good history mysteries I'll keep watching. Especially you & Captin D :)

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

@@Samanthareneeheart10 Thanks again, Samantha. I like that area you live in, near the Mississippi. I'll be in that neck of the woods at some point this summer. I appreciate your support! HMM

[@Samanthareneeheart10]

I hope to meet up with you just to say HI.

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

@@Samanthareneeheart10 That'd be wonderful!

[@bobf1174]

Why didn’t the crew aim for the middle of the bridge? 1600’ between the cement pillars. Ship is 200’ in width. That’s 700 feet on either side. Airplanes aim for the middle of the runway.

[@nascarfan88ta]

When the propeller isn't turning, the rudder has almost no affect, even if there's momentum. That being said, this is a very fishy situation

[@bobf1174]

@@nascarfan88ta Intention hit. Scooting along 9 mph in the dark

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Great question Bob...thanks. HMM

[@HistoryMysteryMan]

Yes...there would less effect on a rudder without the prop turning, but a 9mph 1,000-ft. ship fully loaded with no prop turning would still respond immensely to its rudder. Thanks...HMM