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20th February 08, 12:34 PM
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Operation "Deep Freeze 2008"
Well I'm back from the bottom of the globe. I was sent to Antarticia for Op Deep Freeze '08, I work for the Navy's only active duty Cargo Handling Batallion. We, and some NZ Army cargo handlers went down to offload and backload a supply ship, that provides the "residents" of McMurdo Station and Scott Base with everything they will need for the next year. Everything went well, except for a couple minor injuries (one broken hand, and sprained knee). It was a neat experiance, coming out of a bar at 2 in the morning and it's as sunny as midday. We however didn't get to do the "Polar Plunge", it was held a week befory we got there. I planned to do it kilted, bu I forgot to pack my kilt. (maybe I'll get to return next year) How many people can say they jumped in to the water in Antarticia in a kilt? I'm guessing it is in the single digits, but I plan to be one of the few and proud. Well I've got alot of post to read, and I'll try to post pictures here if I get some, My camera was broke so I have to rely on the kindness of others for photos.
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