International Ice Patrol
A Story About the International Ice Patrol.33 total reviews
Comment from Earl Corp
First thank you for your service. You brought out a lot of facts I didn't know about such as the laying of the wreath at the site where the Titanic sank. Very interesting story. I think you meant Arctic instead of Acrtic
reply by the author on 21-Apr-2025
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First thank you for your service. You brought out a lot of facts I didn't know about such as the laying of the wreath at the site where the Titanic sank. Very interesting story. I think you meant Arctic instead of Acrtic
Comment Written 18-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 21-Apr-2025
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Well, thank you so much Earl. I truly appreciate the great review and yes I did mean Arctic.
Comment from Pearl Edwards
Your story about this international ice patrol is very interesting, Harry. I have not heard of this before but it sounds like it was an interesting mission.
Thanks for sharing, cheers Valda
reply by the author on 21-Apr-2025
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Your story about this international ice patrol is very interesting, Harry. I have not heard of this before but it sounds like it was an interesting mission.
Thanks for sharing, cheers Valda
Comment Written 18-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 21-Apr-2025
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Well, thank you so much Pearl. I truly appreciate the great review and kind words. Yes, It was a great mission!
Comment from Carol Hillebrenner
This is well written and really interesting. I didn't realize there was an International Ice Patrol, although I knew ships were somehow aware of the location of icebergs. You must have been very proud to have your footage of the patrol's work on the news with Dan Rather.
reply by the author on 21-Apr-2025
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This is well written and really interesting. I didn't realize there was an International Ice Patrol, although I knew ships were somehow aware of the location of icebergs. You must have been very proud to have your footage of the patrol's work on the news with Dan Rather.
Comment Written 17-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 21-Apr-2025
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Again, thanks Carol for the great review and kind words. Yes, it was very interesting...
Comment from Mistydawn
This is a very interesting story. I didn't know about ice patrol and I didn't realize so many lives were lost on the titanic. Besides being interesting your story is very well-researched. nicely done.
reply by the author on 21-Apr-2025
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This is a very interesting story. I didn't know about ice patrol and I didn't realize so many lives were lost on the titanic. Besides being interesting your story is very well-researched. nicely done.
Comment Written 17-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 21-Apr-2025
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Again, thank you so much Misty. I truly appreciate the kind words and great review!
Comment from Jacquelyn Popp
This was a very interesting and enjoyable story to read. I especially love how the piece offers a fascinating and informative look into the history and operations of the International Ice Patrol. I have never heard of the organization until I read your story about it. The inclusion of historical events, like the sinking of the Lady of the Lake, helps to demonstrate the ongoing threat that icebergs have posed to ships over the centuries.
A well written, fascinating, and informative piece of writing, this story not only educates the tea about a vital operation, but also gives a behind the scenes look at it. This is a great and interesting read that bridges history, technology, and personal experience, making the work of the International Ice Patrol both real and meaningful to readers.
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2025
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This was a very interesting and enjoyable story to read. I especially love how the piece offers a fascinating and informative look into the history and operations of the International Ice Patrol. I have never heard of the organization until I read your story about it. The inclusion of historical events, like the sinking of the Lady of the Lake, helps to demonstrate the ongoing threat that icebergs have posed to ships over the centuries.
A well written, fascinating, and informative piece of writing, this story not only educates the tea about a vital operation, but also gives a behind the scenes look at it. This is a great and interesting read that bridges history, technology, and personal experience, making the work of the International Ice Patrol both real and meaningful to readers.
Comment Written 17-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2025
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Well, thank you so much Jacquelyn for the kind words, great review, and you. I truly appreciate you!
Comment from patcelaw
This is very well written and I enjoyed very much listening to it. It sounds to me as though it is a very important work and it's amazing that it took so long for people to understand about icebergs and the danger that they pose. May you have a blessed day and may your Easter be blessed as well Patricia
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2025
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This is very well written and I enjoyed very much listening to it. It sounds to me as though it is a very important work and it's amazing that it took so long for people to understand about icebergs and the danger that they pose. May you have a blessed day and may your Easter be blessed as well Patricia
Comment Written 17-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2025
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Well, thank you so much Patricia for the kind words and great review. I truly appreciate you!
Comment from JohnnySnowblind
This piece offers a fascinating and informative look into the history and operations of the International Ice Patrol. What struck me most is the direct connection between a tragic event - the sinking of the Titanic - and the creation of this vital organization. It's a powerful reminder that even in the face of disaster, positive and proactive measures can arise.
Craft lays out the historical context clearly, highlighting the dangers posed by icebergs in the North Atlantic long before the Titanic. The statistics he provides underscore the real and persistent threat to maritime travel. This historical backdrop makes the establishment of the Ice Patrol in 1914 feel like a necessary and logical step.
The piece effectively details the international collaboration involved in funding and supporting the Ice Patrol, with contributions from 13 different nations. This highlights the global recognition of the importance of maritime safety in the North Atlantic.
Craft's personal experience as part of the U.S. Coast Guard aircrew adds a compelling and human element to the narrative. His descriptions of flying over the icebergs, the challenges of fog, and the process of tracking and reporting their locations provide a vivid picture of the work involved. The detail about dropping dye markers to track icebergs is particularly interesting.
The connection to the movie "Titanic" in 1997, with Craft's footage being used by NBC Nightly News, is a fascinating anecdote that brings the historical significance of the Ice Patrol into a more contemporary context. It underscores the enduring legacy of the Titanic disaster and the ongoing importance of the Ice Patrol's work.
Overall, this piece is a well-written and engaging account of an organization that many may not be aware of. Craft successfully combines historical information with his personal experiences to create an informative and compelling story about the crucial role the International Ice Patrol plays in ensuring safety in the North Atlantic. It's a testament to international cooperation and the lessons learned from a tragic past.
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2025
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This piece offers a fascinating and informative look into the history and operations of the International Ice Patrol. What struck me most is the direct connection between a tragic event - the sinking of the Titanic - and the creation of this vital organization. It's a powerful reminder that even in the face of disaster, positive and proactive measures can arise.
Craft lays out the historical context clearly, highlighting the dangers posed by icebergs in the North Atlantic long before the Titanic. The statistics he provides underscore the real and persistent threat to maritime travel. This historical backdrop makes the establishment of the Ice Patrol in 1914 feel like a necessary and logical step.
The piece effectively details the international collaboration involved in funding and supporting the Ice Patrol, with contributions from 13 different nations. This highlights the global recognition of the importance of maritime safety in the North Atlantic.
Craft's personal experience as part of the U.S. Coast Guard aircrew adds a compelling and human element to the narrative. His descriptions of flying over the icebergs, the challenges of fog, and the process of tracking and reporting their locations provide a vivid picture of the work involved. The detail about dropping dye markers to track icebergs is particularly interesting.
The connection to the movie "Titanic" in 1997, with Craft's footage being used by NBC Nightly News, is a fascinating anecdote that brings the historical significance of the Ice Patrol into a more contemporary context. It underscores the enduring legacy of the Titanic disaster and the ongoing importance of the Ice Patrol's work.
Overall, this piece is a well-written and engaging account of an organization that many may not be aware of. Craft successfully combines historical information with his personal experiences to create an informative and compelling story about the crucial role the International Ice Patrol plays in ensuring safety in the North Atlantic. It's a testament to international cooperation and the lessons learned from a tragic past.
Comment Written 17-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2025
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Well, thank you so much Johnny for the great review and kind words. I truly appreciate that!
Comment from Kahlani
This was a fascinating read. We've all seen the movie Titanic, but most of us are probably not aware of the International Ice Patrol. Are you in the Coast Guard? If so, thank you for your service.
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2025
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This was a fascinating read. We've all seen the movie Titanic, but most of us are probably not aware of the International Ice Patrol. Are you in the Coast Guard? If so, thank you for your service.
Comment Written 17-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2025
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Well, thank you so much for the great review and kind words. I truly appreciate that. No, not now, I am a retired Coast Guard Officer.
Comment from Jan Anderegg
Absolutely fascinating and educational! I had no idea this was a thing and you write so well about it.
I really enjoyed learning about this endeavor and I hope it continues to happen.
All the best,
Jan
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2025
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Absolutely fascinating and educational! I had no idea this was a thing and you write so well about it.
I really enjoyed learning about this endeavor and I hope it continues to happen.
All the best,
Jan
Comment Written 16-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2025
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Well, thank you so much Jan. I truly appreciate the kind review!
Comment from Thesis
This is a very good chronology of how/why the Ice Patrol was formed and how it continues to function. It sounds like a wonderful experience you had. I hope it does not get defunded by the current administration.
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2025
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This is a very good chronology of how/why the Ice Patrol was formed and how it continues to function. It sounds like a wonderful experience you had. I hope it does not get defunded by the current administration.
Comment Written 16-Apr-2025
reply by the author on 17-Apr-2025
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Well, thank you so much for the great review. I truly appreciate that. No, they won't defund this. It is too historical...
