Bill,
What is the story
with the Alligator?
Another interesting observation I have concerning the Hunley
is in regards to the mobile exhibit. From what I gather the guy, John, who
built the replica and is touring with the exhibit probably sold the idea to tour
with it to individual museums and other interested parties. I didn't
actually ask about his financial agreements but I'm just guessing. That
would not be a bad idea for financing a sub !, however I'm sure he's not
exactly getting rich, it probably just pays for his trip around the country and
also I think he just loves talking about it.
He wants to build a working sub of the Hunley, though is is
not especially into subs in general. He was lamenting the same thing we
hear all the time - " I want to build it but I can't get the financing
!"
I asked him how he would generate money from an actual working
Hunley. What about a Hunley, but with a few added extras! - scrubber,
electronics, some saftey features, compressed air.
I wonder what the ramifications of giving rides would
be. I don't think that would fly with the Coast Guard! You
might end up like the first two crews!
Always thinking about how to make a buck to finance my sub
!!
Brian
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