#Bilgepumps this week is not the regular crew,whilst Alex & Jamie are here, Drach was unfortunately busy, however we are joined by the one and only Sal Mercogliano(@mercoglianos). Who is not only an expert on all things maritime, but also has signficant fire fighting experience... To discuss the issue of the Bonhomme Richard, what lessons can be learnt, how big a fire boat fleet/salvage tug force needs to be procured (both in size of vessels and overall numbers) and whether we should be more worried than we are...

So Bilgepumps is now well past the year mark, and honestly, and we hope you enjoy this episode and all it offers.

We would also very much like any comments, topic suggestions or ideas for artwork to be tweeted to us, the #Bilgepump crew (with #Bilgepumps), at Alex (@AC_NavalHistory), Drach (@Drachinifel), and Jamie (@Armouredcarrier). Or you can comment on our YouTube channels (listed down below).