November 19, 2008

Hearts of oak?

Most of Australia's navy is to be given two months off over Christmas as part of a new strategy to cope with crew shortages, the defence minister says. . .

Mr Fitzgibbon rejected claims by the opposition that the move would affect national security.

From the BBC.

Posted by David on November 19, 2008 9:06 AM

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Two months seems like a long time off. I would think there would be other incentives available to overcome shortages.

Posted by: selcom60 on November 21, 2008 8:12 AM

We're assuming that any potential enemies will be on vacation at the same time.

Posted by: Russell on November 24, 2008 12:30 AM
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