Piracy and marine security were the topics of a talk given by RADM Charles D. Michel, considered a foremost expert on the subject.  He is currently Chief of the Office of Maritime and International Law, USCG. Dan Nerney photos.

NYYC Vice Commodore Robert C. Towse Jr. introduced Admiral Michel.

 115 members and their guests listened closely in the Model Room of the NYYC.

L-R Dr. Dan Thys, Richard Bohan and RADM Roger Nolan USN (Ret.) -- all members of the U. S. Naval War College Foundation.

  CRD John Brooks USCG (Ret.), left, and  RADM Charles Michel.

 Xay Khamsyvoravong, left, and Bruce Long.

 L-R Hon. Kenton Musgrave and  David and Timmy Larr.