I know what you mean. I had to do a research paper on capital punishment and did some research on methods used during the ages. On the surface I've got to wonder what kind of mind comes up with some of the stuff that we've done to our own over the years. But down deeper I did a whole lot more research than was necessary for my paper because I was fascinated with the cruelty, and the fear that must have been running through those poor people who couldn't escape what was being done to them.

But you were spot on, John. My comments had no place on this thread.

I wish I wasn't here in a staff position. In field units I would be hoping that my unit would be selected to go and provide assistance. But in this place I can't go very much further than my desk or internet connection.