There is a new movie coming out on October 10th, Captain Phillips. Like Act of Valor, I can't wait for this film. It tells the true story of the Captain and his crew who were boarded by Somali pirates in 2009.
You can read more about this true story and see the movie trailer here:
movies.yahoo.com
My husband and I got a chance to see the real red capsule at the UDT/Navy SEAL Museum in Fort Pierce, Florida. If you look at the picture closely, you can still see the hole the three Navy SEAL snipers shot through to kill the pirates. They did this simultaneously, bobbing up and down in swells up to ten feet. One mishap could kill the Captain. They couldn't miss, and more importantly, they didn't.
As most of you who read this blog know, I write Navy SEAL Romance. My stories are made up, and mostly take place stateside, when the SEALs are home, when they get to be the normal "Joes" they most certainly are not. When they get to wrestle around in their Superman underwear with their kids. Or when they first find that one little lady that turns their big strong macho life on its ear and no specialized training in the world can save them from falling. And they fall hard.
These men are heroes in every sense of the word. They don't ask for much. They like to do what they do in secret. They are the ones who get it done. They don't need the tickertape parade and certainly don't want the accolades from any podium.
If you get a chance, pay homage to the history of the US Navy SEALs by visiting the museum at Fort Pierce. This museum was founded by former SEALs who felt there should be a place where the beginnings of the UDT/SEAL program was birthed during the Vietnam war. You'll be amazed at the stories of valor and bravery, men whose names we don't remember but should never forget. It will make you proud.
Sharon Hamilton
Life is one fool thing after another.
Love is two fool things after each other.
Sharon's new release, Book 3 in the SEAL Brotherhood series, SEAL Under Covers is available now.
l love going to the cinema and seeing movies on the big screen. I defintitely keep an eye out for this 1. The trailer looked very interesting. Keep up the good work Sharon love reading your books. The SEALs are so special
ReplyDeleteJulie, you are so right. The SEALs are a special breed. I'm so anxious for this movie, just can't wait!
DeleteWow. Amazing. God bless them. Adding the museum to my "Places to See" list.
ReplyDeleteJudy, you'd love it. Lots of other things there too, like the scale model of the BinLaden compound, showing where everyone wound up. Lots of memorable things from Vietnam forward. Many heroes we should never forget. And Vero Beach nearby isn't too shabby, either!
DeleteThis was truly amazing. Thanks, Sharon
ReplyDeleteYou are so welcome. My pleasure to bring the deed of these great heroes to the public eye (as much as can be). Thanks for always being there for me.
DeleteI loved Act of Valor and looking forward to watch Captain Philips too. Would love to visit the museum, adding it to my bucket list.
ReplyDeleteI love your SEAL Brotherhood series.
Thanks so much, Eniko. I'm hoping it is as good as Act of Valor. The SEAL Museum is truly wonderful. There are others, like in Fayetteville and other places, but this one was founded by SEALs for SEALs and their supporters. Not government sponsored and all run by volunteers and private donations. Nice to see you here.
DeleteI was home last week in Fl. I drove by and had to stop.The museum is amazing.
ReplyDeleteSo glad you did that, Michel. You are only the second writer I know of who has seen it. So glad. Now you can help share the stories, too.
DeleteI would love to visit this museum! Great post, Sharon! I love reading and writing SEALs too :)
ReplyDeleteYes you do, and you do it well, Jennifer. The museum is well worth a special trip. The least we can do. Great to see you today.
DeleteI'm looking forward to this one as well! A writer friend of mine is married to a recently retired SEAL and they both knew the SEAL that took the famous shot on this mission off the ship's fantail. Tragically, he was killed last year on Sept 11th in Benghazi, Libya, while trying to save the US ambassador's life as a contractor.
ReplyDeleteKaylea, God bless him and his family. Thanks for telling me that. I didn't know that factoid. We all owe so much to these brave men, and the women and families who love them.
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