I shit myself at the thought of crossing a body of water- I couldn't even estimate the bravery of lads getting into a small speed boat in rough seas that measure 6 metres.
and we didn't have a fraction of the life saving gear in the event of ending up in the water.
Mick Quinn and Paul Kellet found out this week 29 years ago while to attempting a rescue in Co. Cork
Mick lost his life and Paul pushed survival to the limits.
I knew Mick Quinn, used to have a few pints with the guy on occasion, nothing out of the ordinary, just did his job..
They got DSMs, now how does their sacrifice equate with others putting crews in the face of danger.
Lt Cdr Noel Goulding didn't get a DSM for losing a Boat Cox'n on the night , nor was he put forward for one. But his actions in putting a boat in the water were no less notable than any other skipper who has.
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