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Bartering at Sea!

Bartering at Sea!

Mr. Polowin tells a humorous story of his exchange with sailors involving a bottle of Irish whiskey.

Serving our Country all Worthwhile

Serving our Country all Worthwhile

Mr. Polowin reflects on his service and shares the pride he has for his contribution to the war effort.

An Important Lesson in Life

An Important Lesson in Life

Mr. Polowin shares a humorous story going to London with his buddies and forging friendships that have carried on throughout his lifetime.

Combat at Sea

Combat at Sea

Mr. Polowin describes naval battles in the English Channel.

Belief in Churchill’s Words

Belief in Churchill’s Words

Mr. Polowin recalls listening to Winston Churchill and the impact his words had in respect to being, “The beginning of the end.”

I Knew Very Little About the Navy

I Knew Very Little About the Navy

Mr. Polowin recounts his decision to join the Navy, his initial training and the adventures on his first voyage.

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