British Ships still sail the seas despite mines and here is a typical reason why. William Bruce, hearty fireman of a British ship, seems to typify the spirit of the sailors as he laughs merrily during a parade for lifeboat drill while the ship was at sea with a convoy.

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British Ships still sail the seas despite mines and here is a typical reason why. William Bruce, hearty fireman of a British ship, seems to typify the spirit of the sailors as he laughs merrily during a parade for lifeboat drill while the ship was at sea with a convoy.

Associated Press · [ca. December 1939]

RightsCC0 — Public Domain

CollectionDigital Commonwealth — Boston Public Library

[Information from item housing] Life Boats

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