By war’s end, King Neptune had brought in over $19 million for the Navy — roughly $320 million today.
Always look on the bright side of life.
In the video, three pigs can be seen being released from the helo onto the flight deck of the Kennedy, as bewildered sailors give chase.
Sgt. Faustin Wirkus’ ascent from a poor 'breaker boy' — separating coal from slate — to king, is the stuff of Marine Corps legend.
