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Originally Posted by Kpt. Lehmann
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Originally Posted by iambecomelife
Because it was so uncommon I may add additional grey schemes to the Merchant Variety Pack's successor in order to reduce encounters with disruptive-patterned ships.
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I have to say sir, no offense intended but, I wouldn't miss the above scheme.  |
If you think THAT's ugly you should see some WWI paint schemes. Ships were painted in huge, flourescent checkerboard and striped patterns that stood out like a sore thumb - again, the idea was to confuse the enemy's estimation of heading, and not hide the ship. Interestingly, American ships weren't required to do this. Even after the declaration of war in 1917 they were allowed to sail in civilian colors if the shipping lines wished - with higher insurance rates, though.