Sergeant Peter Welcomed Home (Page Two)

Did You Know? - Littoral refers to the coast of an ocean or sea, or to the banks of a river, lake or estuary. In coastal environments, the littoral zone extends from the high water mark, which is rarely inundated, to shoreline areas that are permanently submerged. It always includes the intertidal zone and is often used to mean the same as the intertidal zone. However, the meaning of "littoral zone" can extend well beyond the intertidal zone.

There is no single definition. What is regarded as the full extent of the littoral zone, and the way the littoral zone is divided into subregions, varies in different contexts (lakes and rivers have their own definitions). The use of the term also varies between different parts of the world, and between different disciplines that use the term. Military commanders speak of the littoral in ways that are different from marine biologists.

Did You Know? - In geography and geology, a cliff is a significant vertical, or near vertical, rock exposure. Cliffs are formed as erosion landforms due to the processes of erosion and weathering that produce them. Cliffs are common on coasts, in mountainous areas, escaralignParagraphTopents and along rivers. Cliffs are usually formed by rock that is resistant to erosion and weathering. Sedimentary rocks most likely to form sandstone, limestone, chalk, and dolomite. Igneous rocks, such as granite and basalt also often form cliffs.

Did You Know? - Originally designed and developed as an enclosed beach for children to play and swim at, this popular, man-made cove is now inhabited by hundreds of harbor seals, which can be seen lounging on the beach day and night.

Controversy surrounds the future of the pool as some community members feel the seals should be expelled and the cove should once again serve as a place for children to swim, while environmentalists argue that the seals are protected by federal law and are entitled to their adopted habitat.

Did You Know? - The Children's Pool (850 Coast Boulevard), also known as the Casa, is a small beach partially protected by a seawall. The original intention was to create a fully protected swimming area, but sand has filled in much of the area inside the wall. This is a very picturesque beach with a panoramic view. During much of the year, seals and sea lions are present on or near the beach and a reserve for these marine mammals, called Seal Rock, is just offshore.

Did You Know? - A fashion plate is, literally, an illustration (a plate) demonstrating the highlights of fashionable styles of clothing.Used figuratively, as is most often the case, the term is a reference to a person whose dress conforms to the latest fashions

Did You Know? - Opened in 1941, the multi-award winning Marine Room Restaurant’s spectacular oceanfront views, exemplary service, and outstanding wine list makes it San Diego’s premier dining destination. Join the award-winning Executive Chef, Bernard Guillas, and Chef de Cuisine, Ron Oliver, on a culinary journey as you indulge in global cuisine rooted in the French classics.

Located along the shores of La Jolla, California, Marine Room patrons can enjoy the ocean tide just inches from their window. The Marine Room is also available for private daytime affairs and partial or complete evening buyouts, where guests enjoy a truly unique experience. This La Jolla restaurant is more than great dining it is a La Jolla tradition not to be missed.

Did You Know? - Green flashes are by-products of the large variations in astronomical refraction near the horizon. I have found that although there are several kinds of green flash, almost every kind is a by-product of a corresponding mirage. That means a separate explanation is needed for each kind; and you have to understand the mirages before you can understand the flashes. (The detailed explanations of the different green-flash forms are on the simulation pages.)

There is, however, one important difference between astronomical mirage phenomena (distorted sunsets, green flashes, etc.) and terrestrial mirages. Because astronomical objects are practically at “infinity” (optically speaking), astronomical mirages depend only on the directions of rays at the top of the atmosphere. But terrestrial objects are relatively near at hand, so ordinary mirages depend on the height where each line of sight meets the miraged object; and this height depends on distance from the observer. The distance dependence complicates the explanation of terrestrial mirages, but not astronomical ones.