Couldn't agree more, but you forgot to mention that the fourth pirate is now in custody on the Navy ship. I would like to know what is going on in his head at this time. Does he feel lucky that he is alive, if so, why?

I just wonder why we don't put a well armed Seal team on each American ship in that area for the next few months. Let the pirates find out about the team when they are blown out of the water a few times, then they will have to wonder if the ship has an armed contingent. Fly them on as they are entering the area, then take them off when there is no farther danger.