I would have you understand that our best protection is the fire from our own guns.

The more rapid and accurate our fire, the safer we shall be.

Pipe down." After we had been dismissed, the men formed little groups and discussed the captain's speech.
"I like the 'old man's' talk," said the "Kid," condescendingly; "it's to the point and short.

But how in the name of common sense are we going to find time to drill with more frequency?
Three times a day and once or more at night, allows us just about time enough to eat and do the necessary routine work, to say nothing about sleeping.

Clear ship, general quarters, and fire drill during the day, and general quarters after ten last night.