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Reminiscence of a Trip Through War Winds in 1939
The diary recounts a 1939 voyage from Glasgow to Newfoundland aboard a convoyed liner. Officers, destroyers, and flag signals marked the voyage as war loomed. In St John’s the author notes war memorials and churches, with sermons urging faith, courage, and the four anchors Hope Duty Prayer and the Cross. The journey continues to Twillingate with vivid sunsets and Northern Lights before plans to visit Dr Cochrane are discussed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Glasgow
Liverpool
Newfoundland
Mersey
Bermuda
Murphy
Navy
Labrador
Niagara Falls
Scotland
Hogland
Wales
St. John's
St John's
Northern Ranger
Presbyterian Church
United Church
Bell
Paul
Christ