On the recordFebruary 28, 2012
I think that is why for U.S. viewers of news on this particular case, we are in such shock hearing about stories of this particular captain.
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congress.govI think that is why for U.S. viewers of news on this particular case, we are in such shock hearing about stories of this particular captain.
Larsen reflects on the shock regarding a captain's responsibility during emergencies.
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