I was a big fan of the lake freighters up in Michigan. My grandpa and I got a kick out of old steamers and so that's what I knew best. Never really knew Navy boats until visiting Virginia a couple times. And now, I'm right with ya' AD: battleships are amazing to me. I've been aboard the USS Wisconsin, and it's one of the most fascinating things ever ... MANY years ago, I got to see one of 'em coming into New York (I think it was the Missouri).
Thanks for posting Harritwo: I enjoy seeing this stuff from the guys who know 'em.