Saga Nov One Left!

[Siracusa8]

23 down Hawk's opposite port, not starboard (4) -o-e Can't fathom it, thanks for any help.

[chelle7272]

dove(r)

[mac44]

Dove(r)

[Mamyalynne]

hawks and doves

Cultural Dictionary
hawks and doves definition

Popularly, “hawks” are those who advocate an aggressive foreign policy based on strong military power. “Doves” try to resolve international conflicts without the threat of force.

[chelle7272]

Thanks mamya, I was not fully aware of the definition :)

[Mamyalynne]

Just giving it context, sometimes clues are only clear if you know why.