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Winter 2019, No StarshellA little light on what’s going on! A publication for the Naval Assocation of Canada • Winter 2019, No. 85 WHO’S RESPONSIBLE? WITH THE MULTI-NATIONAL NATURE OF MERCHANT SHIPPING, WHO’S ON THE HOOK WHEN THERE’S A DISASTER AT SEA? pages 10-15 2 | Starshell Winter 2019 Starshell ISSN-1191-1166 From the Editor National Magazine of the Naval Association of Canada Carmel Ecker Magazine Nationale de L’Association Navale du Canada www.navalassoc.ca Seeing the broader picture What a jam-packed issue this is! Our writers have given you plenty to ponder as you wait for the winter cold to give way to the vibrant colours of early spring. PATRON: HRH THE PRINCE PHILIP, DUKE OF EDINBURGH Where last issue was dominated by internal NAC happenings, HONORARY PRESIDENT: H. R. (HARRY) STEELE this issue we look at the broader picture, both nationally and HONORARY COUNSEL: DONALD GRANT internationally. OFFICERS OF THE CORPORATION Dr. Aldo Chircop, professor of Law at the Schulich School of PRESIDENT: Bill Conconi Law and an expert on marine and environmental law, enlightens VICE PRESIDENT: Barry Walker us about the quandry of who is responsible for cleaning up and TREASURER: King Wan paying for marine environmental diasters due to shipping acci- SECRETARY (EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR): David Soule (ex-officio) dents. While not specifically a navy issue, this maritime challenge is in line with NAC’s aim to eliminate maritime blindness among COMMITTEE CHAIRS Canadians. As a country that is surrounded by water on three NOMINATING COMMITTEE: Mike Hoare sides, what happens in that environment is of critical importance NAC ENDOWMENT FUND COMMITTEE: Michael Morres to us. The collapse of the Atlantic Cod fishery in the 1990s is just NATIONAL AWARDS SELECTION COMMITTEE: Barry Walker one example of how ignoring what is happening in the ocean can NAVAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE: Ian Parker have disastrous impacts on our economy and society. MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE: William (Bill) Thomas On a national level, this issue features two briefing notes pro- FINANCE AND INVESTMENT COMMITTEE: King Wan duced by NAC’s new Naval Affairs Program. These relate to Can- NATIONAL APPOINTMENTS ada’s shipbuilding challenges and shine a light on why the process takes so long and costs so much. While learning about the machi- NATIONAL ARCHIVIST: Richard Gimblett nations that affect the procurement process may not make us feel CHAIR, HISTORY AND HERITAGE: Alec Douglas any better about long delays and budget over-runs, understanding EDITOR, STARSHELL: Carmel Ecker it may give us pause next time we think of cursing anyone in EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, SECRETARY / COMMUNICATIONS: government for “bad news” in the delivery of much-needed new David Soule • 613-837-4026 • [email protected] ships. People in government are working within a cumbersome STARSHELL EDITOR system that, as you will learn from the briefing notes, is designed Carmel Ecker • 250-661-1269 • [email protected] to ensure that no detail is overlooked and the government is protected from litigation. STARSHELL magazine is published quarterly by the Naval Association Putting on my writer’s hat this issue, I had the pleasure of in- of Canada (NAC) in March, June, September and December. The editor terviewing Dr. Richard Gimblett about his recent Meritorious is solely responsible for the selection of material. Contributions are Service Cross. Dr. Gimlett has left an indelible mark on the Ca- encouraged and should be sent direct to the editor. NOTE: All material nadian Navy, both during his 26 years as an officer and in his must reach the editor no later than the 15th day of the month prior to civilian career that followed. He was involved in the completion the month of publication. All photographs submitted for publication of the centennial naval monument, the introduction of a distinc- must be accompanied by suitable captions and accreditation. Changes of address are to be sent to the executive director, David Soule, tive naval ensign and the writing of Leadmark 2020, among other [email protected]. things. And despite being retired, he’s not done yet. We can ex- The opinions expressed in this publication are deemed to be exclusively pect a lot more on Canadian naval history from Dr. Gimblett. those of the author(s) and are not necessarily shared by the Naval And, of course, there’s lots more in this issue. Enjoy! Association of Canada, the Royal Canadian Navy or the Department of National Defence. If copyright is specified for any item, permission to copy must first be obtained through the editor, otherwise material may be copied without permission provided appropriate attribution is given to both the author(s) and STARSHELL. DISTRIBUTION and SUBSCRIPTIONS – STARSHELL is circulated Editorial services, layout and elecrontically via email and displayed on issuu.com. Anyone wanting a design are provided by subscription should contact the Executive Director at executivedirector- [email protected]. In this Edition 10 16 8 26 28 20 From the Bridge 4 The Three Sisters 30 Front Desk 6 Admiral Welland’s Memoirs: NAC member awarded Meritorious Service Cross 8 What was accomplished in Korea? 32 Ship casualties and the marine environment—who BOOK REVIEWS is responsible? 10 • Learning War 36 Naval Shipbuilding In Canada—why does it • Progressives in Navy Blue 38 take so long and cost so much? 16 • The Kissing Sailor 40 The complexities of naval procurement 20 Last Post 42 Impressions of MV Asterix 22 Past advocacy to be proud of 45 Hamilton, A Unique Naval Heritage Site 26 Our Navy 46 A place for Hammy Gray 28 2 | Starshell Winter 2019 Type 26 Global Combat Ship The right solution for Canada Type 26 Global Combat Ship has been designed for high-end anti-submarine warfare and is capable of performing a variety of missions in any part of the world. It is acoustically quiet, versatile, highly survivable, and allows for the greatest margins of growth for future modernization. www.baesystems.com Starshell Winter 2019 | 3 CM154619_T26_Canada_Advert_v3.indd 1 31/01/2019 13:18:41 From the Bridge Bill Conconi, National President A new season but old challenges remain March brings the promise of spring, promoted to Rear-Admiral and will in attracting new members who can new growth and change. For the Royal be appointed to a new position as the continue to carry out that task. Canadian Navy, this change has already Vice Commander of the US Second We have taken many steps already. Our begun with the release of the General Fleet in Norfolk, VA. members made significant contributions and Flag Officers’ appointments. Congratulations to all on these pro- to the development of Canada’s De- Of particular note this year will be motions and appointments. fence Policy, helping to shape the navy the retirement of Vice-Admiral Ron As our navy positions and prepares it- of tomorrow. Our Naval Affairs program Lloyd as Commander RCN. We extend self for the future, so too must NAC. As continues to develop additional resourc- our sincere appreciation for his lead- an organization we are evolving and in es and discussion papers for the future. I ership and many contributions to our that process we face a number challeng- urge you to check out the Naval Affairs navy. With an upcoming move back to es, particularly with respect to attracting section of our website (www.navalassoc. the West Coast for his retirement, we new members. As older members “time ca/naval-affairs/about-naval-affairs/) to hope he will be able to join in NAC out” or become unable to participate see what has been accomplished and I activities on a regular basis. fully in our events, we are challenged to invite you to contribute your thoughts Notable promotions and appoint- find newer members who support the and expertise to this important work. ments include: aims of our organization. We are not Our next step will be to get the word • Rear-Admiral Art McDonald will be alone in this as many associations see out. Work on an extensive communica- promoted to Vice-Admiral and will declining membership. As an example, tions plan is underway. replace VAdm Lloyd later this spring. we note with regret the disbandment of Informing the public also increases • Commodore Chris Sutherland will be the Atlantic Chiefs’ and Petty Officers’ our relevance and will help us to expand promoted to Rear-Admiral and will be Association. our membership base. It will also build appointed as Deputy Commander of Our branches do an excellent job of public confidence in our navy. This is im- the RCN, replacing RAdm McDonald. organizing luncheons, speaker evenings portant work, and we cannot leave it to a • Commodore Simon Page will also be and tours, and periodic conferences. But few individuals. Our branches will have promoted to Rear-Admiral and take we need to go beyond our current branch a key role in this work and it remains on the challenging role of Chief of structure to become a truly national as- important that we support each other Staff to the Assistant Deputy Minister sociation that is seen to be relevant in and enjoy our camaraderie. (Materiel). educating Canadians on the continuing Yours Aye, • Commodore Steve Waddell is to be need for the RCN and to be relevant Bill VAdm Ron Lloyd, Com- RAdm Art McDonald Cmdre Chris Sutherland; Cmdre Simon Page; pro- Cmdre Steve Waddell; mander RCN, is retiring will be promoted to Vice promoted to Rear-Admiral moted to Rear-Admiral and promoted to Rear-Admiral this year. Admiral and become and appointed Deputy appointed Chief of Staff to and appointed Vice Com- Commander RCN. Commander of the RCN.
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