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No Recognition

No Recognition

Mr. White recalls how the service of the Merchant Navy wasn't recognized after the war.

Dead or Alive?

Dead or Alive?

Mr. White recalls being seasick on his first watch and how he was told by the chief operator of the ship that "There is no 'sick' on this ship!."

Coffin Corner

Coffin Corner

Mr. White describes 'coffin corner', and recalls an instance when a nearby ship hit a sub and the hunt and destruction that ensued.

Premonition of an Attack

Premonition of an Attack

Mr. White recalls a night in the South Pacific when the second mate changed the ships course, thinking a sub might be waiting for them. He then explains why ships couldn't stop to pick up mariners in the water.

Lull in Ship Conversation

Lull in Ship Conversation

Mr. White recalls how the sailors would keep to themselves more for a week or two in the middle of a 30-40 day voyage.

Remembrance

Remembrance

Mr. White talks about remembering friends who didn't return from war, and how all Veterans are thankful they survived. He also speaks to his appreciation of the school programs that encourage children to remember without glorifying war.

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