I have to wonder if anyone has continued on these naval traditions in their series. It use to be that donating a set of Silver Service use to be a point of civic pride when a ship was named in your town/city/states honor . . . or for someone from your place of origin.
Is there still a ship sponsor who continues the role of the lady of a ship . . .
Are there still plank owning crews . . . and can you request a part of YOUR ship after she's been decomissioned and stricken? What about the ships bell . . . is it still rung and heard aboard ship . . .
What other naval traditions am I missing that might still be celebrated . . . crossing the line?