The locals bemoan the tourist crush and at the same time welcome it because it puts food on the table.

The American escort carriers turn south, passing right through what would have been 2nd Destroyer Division's kill zone. But, as a result of Kurita's orders, they, and their Long Lances, are still off to the north of the formation, looking for Kongō.

a Scottian tale of chivalry

I am ashamed to admit it now, but for years I operated under the assumption that Christians who didn't show up at church every time the doors were open were somehow lacking in spirituality.