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Voyage Log from a Navy Crew Job Amid Far Seas
An aboard diary entry chronicles rough seas near Corinto on a voyage. The writer notes heat, a near-missing peace, weapon handling, and crew routines, with specifics on ammunition hoists and ship life. Friends and home are longed for as the writer observes naval discipline and quirky sea terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sou A
Point Conception
Ynena
Panama
Cones
Hver
Lizzie Wightman
Platt
Navy
Christanieia
Nevada
Andy
Invis