Opinions on Swede Momsen (12/30/2010)

Discussion in 'People' started by Grid, Dec 30, 2010.

  1. Grid

    Grid Member

    Messages:
    23
    Likes Received:
    0
    The person we shall discuss today is Charles "Swede" Momsen (June 21, 1896 - May 25, 1967). Swede Momsen is one of my role models and ever since I first read a non-fiction book on him, I have grown to respect the man. He was a Vice Admiral in the United States Navy and an inventor. If it wasn't for him, submarine search and rescue operations wouldn't be the same. He invented a lot of equipment to rescue trapped survivors in submarine wrecks. Sadly the United States Navy didn't accept many of his ideas. Two of his most well-known inventions are the submarine rescue diving bell and the Momsen lung. He personally oversaw and directed the first deep-water submarine rescue in history, the rescue of the crew of the USS Squalus in 1939. What are your thoughts on this man, who I believe to be a true American hero?

    Read More on Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles_Momsen
    Recommended Reading: The Terrible Hours by Peter Maas
    Tomorrow's Person: The Desert Fox, Erwin Rommel
     
  2. wa bluska wica

    wa bluska wica Pedestrian

    Messages:
    4,439
    Likes Received:
    2
    the world would be better off without submarines
     
  3. Alishah

    Alishah Guest

    Messages:
    5
    Likes Received:
    0
    not bigger then thomas edison so he just above average for media exposure.
     
  1. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
    By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
    Dismiss Notice