I believe the reference was to his outstanding Naval career, not the manner of his death. He did not die on a battleship, but on a fishing boat. Maybe it was meant to be respectful of the man, not funny as you say. After all, it made you look to see who he was.
Chief Inspector over 8 years ago
Not even funny once I looked up the reference
efluffy over 8 years ago
I believe the reference was to his outstanding Naval career, not the manner of his death. He did not die on a battleship, but on a fishing boat. Maybe it was meant to be respectful of the man, not funny as you say. After all, it made you look to see who he was.