Friday, March 24, 2023

"Seasick Marines"

 



Seasickness is a common malady during the first days after getting underway aboard ship. A marine from the Mardet was particularly afflicted. The captain in charge of his unit paid him a visit in sick bay and asked…

"Is there anything I can get for you?"

"Yes, sir!"

… The marine groaned …

 "Land."


5 comments:

  1. The USS Tarawa pushed off from the pier in Long Beach. The water was as smooth as a lake. The ship was no more than 10 feet from the pier when people started coming to sick bay because they were seasick!

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    1. I should mention this was a dependent's cruise. HMCM Cole

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  2. P-3Bs Airsick was quickly relieved with a view of the horizon and a bite to eat.

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  3. MMFN, first watch, first cruise, carry your bucket...

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  4. Served in the gator navy. They is a reason for the term Green Marine. Watched many hug the rail while still cruising through the harbor. Lol

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