Merchant Marine Officer's Handbook
Author: Edward A. Turpin
Publisher:
Published: 1965
Total Pages: 910
ISBN-13:
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Merchant Vessels of the United States
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Publisher:
Published: 1972
Total Pages: 1788
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DOWNLOAD EBOOKWoody, Cisco, and Me
Author: Jim Longhi
Publisher: iBooks
Published: 2004
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780743480048
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWoody, Cisco and Me is a must read romp, reading like a novel, that gives the reader rare insight into World War II experiences in the Merchant Marine with Woody Guthrie, his folksinging friend Cisco Houston, and Jim Longhi, who was shamed by Woody and Cisco into joining with them. Brilliantly told - with pathos and humor - it is an irresitible story of bravery and hardship, sacrifice and boredom, and life and death, appealing not only to folk music fans, but to those interested in tales of World War II adventures as well.
Looking for a Ship
Author: John McPhee
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Published: 2011-04-01
Total Pages: 242
ISBN-13: 1429958111
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis is an extraordinary tale of life on the high seas aboard one of the last American merchant ships, the S.S. Stella Lykes, on a forty-two-day journey from Charleston down the Pacific coast of South America. As the crew of the Stella Lykes makes their ocean voyage, they tell stories of other runs and other ships, tales of disaster, stupidity, greed, generosity, and courage.
Merchant Mariners at War
Author: George J Billy
Publisher: University Press of Florida
Published: 2008-09-14
Total Pages: 305
ISBN-13: 0813047900
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThousands of cargo ships sailed in both the Atlantic and Pacific theaters of World War II manned by young men who braved blockades, torpedoes, and bombings to deliver vital supplies to the Allied forces and make victory possible. These mariners have received little if any credit; they are the forgotten group of "the greatest generation." Merchant Mariners at War offers firsthand accounts of the wartime experiences of veterans who graduated from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy--the largest supplier of ships' officers in WWII. Gathered over more than a decade at the academy in Kings Point, New York, the interviews offer a unique portrait of the young officers who delivered the vital war materiel and provide a valuable window into the world of the merchant marine during WWII. The stories often include startling accounts of privation and endurance. Their stories give voice to a new perspective on WWII maritime history. Chapters cover such subjects as Liberty ships, U-Boats, the Battle of the Atlantic, D-Day, the Philippines, the vast Pacific, and the Murmansk Run. Throughout the book, interesting anecdotes from the veterans enliven the narrative and add to its contribution to the historical record--heretofore non-existent.
The Seas That Mourn
Author: Patrick D. Smith
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Published: 2014-09-13
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781500990480
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn 1942 alone, German U-Boats sank almost four million gross registered tons of Allied ships convoying goods and war supplies to the war ravaged European continent, Britain and North Africa. That same year, 17-year-old Jimmy Kindall leaves his small Mississippi town to join the Merchant Marine. He soon discovers that supplying the troops in unprotected waters exposes him to some of the fiercest battles in WWII.
American Merchant Seaman's Manual
Author: William B. Hayler
Publisher: Cornell Maritime Press/Tidewater Publishers
Published: 1980
Total Pages: 644
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis is a complete handbook for merchant seamen, covering every phase of good seamanship and all navigation necessary to prepare for the third mate's license. In addition, of course, it is a first-rate reference work. "For Seamen By Seamen, " this classic manual was first published in 1938 and has gone through a number of revisions. New for the 2001 reprint is the addition of an extensive glossary of nautical terms.
Heroes in Dungarees
Author: Estate of: John Bunker
Publisher: Naval Institute Press
Published: 2013-01-15
Total Pages: 391
ISBN-13: 1612512054
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA World War II merchant seaman, John Bunker takes a thorough look at the American merchant marines' significant contributions to the war effort. There are plenty of fascinating facts about their extensive supply operations, but the focus of the book is on the men and their often-heroic actions. Bunker draws from his own experiences to describe the action at sea and also includes the personal stories of many other civilian participants. It is an engaging portrayal of the courage, bravery, and ingenuity demonstrated by these merchant seamen. All theaters of operation using U.S. merchant ships are covered; in addition, Bunker provides information on events before the country entered the war when efforts were being made to build more ships and to recruit the men necessary to crew the huge fleet.
Merchant Marine Deck Examination Reference Material
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Publisher: Coast Guard
Published: 2003-03
Total Pages: 316
ISBN-13: 9780160513107
DOWNLOAD EBOOKContains reference material for use during an examination for a merchant marine deck license.
The Complete Guide To Becoming A Merchant Seaman
Author: Terrance Jackson
Publisher: Msc Press
Published: 2021-04
Total Pages: 28
ISBN-13: 9780578896182
DOWNLOAD EBOOKDiscover How ToDetermine what a merchant seaman is and what they doAcquire all the necessary documents to become a merchant seamanFind out where t apply for jobs as a merchant seamanUse prior or current military service to become a merchant seamanRecognize how vital a merchant seaman is to the Us economy.
