Russia Conquers North Pole

Dear Russia,

Congratulations on successfully completing the first expedition ever to reach the bottom of the Arctic Ocean at the geographic North Pole. You are truly an inspiration.

Also, thanks for this:

"I am proud our country remains the leader in conquering the Arctic."
-- Boris Gryzlov

Quotes like these ensure that I will have no trouble in coming up with plot lines -- or bad guys -- for future Shanks stories.

Fram,
Kevin Cannon