>  > Speaking of out-sourcing training, we have a big hoo-haw going on with wi
 >  > Blackwater here.  They leased some big bldg down in Otay mesa and are doi
 >  > fire arms training for the Navy?   Huuh?  I thought that's what the Seals
 >  > were for?
 > 
 >  CS> Seals?  As far as i know, they do not provide any training to the
 >  CS> troops. They are not a schoolhouse.
 > 
 > Nah, my point was who really needs advanced firearms training except the
 > Seals, and I think they do it house?  (Maybe not, maybe that's who
 > Blackwater is training?)

Probably basic safety.  After 9/11, all ships and piers have multiple armed
guards at all times.  Combination of rifles and 9mm. It's kinda rare to find
a person on sea duty who hasnt requalified with weapons annually now.
          xxcarol
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