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Survival in a Rubber Boat on the Sea of War
The narrator recalls a perilous voyage after a downed aircraft in the South Pacific. With two companions, Tony Pastula and Gene B, he builds a small drifting raft, measures speed with improvised tools, and endures saltwater, heat, and sharks while maintaining discipline and optimism. The narrative notes improvised navigation, watch rotations, and stern self discipline as the trio survives and awaits continuation.
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South Pacific
Robert Trumbell
Harold Rs Dixon
Je’s Mate
U.S.N
Gene B
Tony Pastula
Mary Trie
Tony
Gene