De Bange is the real name of a French cannon designer.

I have actually found the information I need.  Well, a minimal version of it anyway.  At least I know how many strokes Yanek has to beat between firings. And I know what actions the gunners are going through.

Meanwhile, Hana and Frank send me postcards from castles in Central European mountains ( Read more... )

I had a dream about a zombie apocalypse this morning. I am so surprised my hat fell off ( Read more... )

So the Cold Water Classic came and went. I don't understand the hierarchy of surfing contests, but I think it's an important one. The nice fellow likes to walk by and watch the contests, but I do not find this more interesting than watching waves. Maybe a bit less. Most of the time what you're seeing is what you see everyday -- a bunch of guys ( Read more... )