This was a heck of a way for 80 men to live while on 60 - 90 patrols.

<http://www.maritime.org/tour/index.php>

I would have loved to experienced that. Did over 13 years on nuke boats (3 different classes). I personally believe that being on subs was the main reason I stayed for almost 23 years.

Granted my living conditions had greatly improved over what the Diesel Boat Sailors experienced, however, still experienced the cramped conditions considering the crew size had increased to around 125 for the smallest boat I was on to around 150-160 to the largest boat I was on.

I can honestly say with the exception of leaving my family I loved going to sea and being rocked to sleep by the wave action. Then when we reached a specific area and dove beneath the surface was exciting. The only things that I miss since retiring is the people that I served with and going to sea.

My brother-in-law who sent me the link makes the same statement. He served on the Sea Owl.

I truly know how your BIL feels.