GOOD MODELLER ALERT!!!!!

The Halsey story is true. Greg Boyington was present the night Admiral Halsey complemented the cook.

I read it in his book, "Baa Baa Black Sheep". 

Can I tell a Bull Halsey anecdote in ship forum? 

During the battle for Guadalcanal, Halsey visited Archie Vandegrift, the Marine commander on the island.  Vandegrift's cook managed to put together an apple pie, and after dinner, Halsey called for the cook.  According to legend, The Bull said, "Sergant, that's the best ^)(*^$)#@ apple pie I ever ate."

The sergeant ripped off his cover and looked at the deck, and said, "Aww, bull**** Admiral.  You don't have to say that!"

So, you're welcome.  Some things are too meaningful to hoard.  I'm sure I'll take far more from this forum than I could ever give!  Semper Fidelis, Mates.