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Real men don’t take nonsense from spoiled kids, and Disko Troop, the skipper of the fishing schooner Were Here out of Gloucester, Massachusetts, is no exception. When his crew rescues Harvey Cheyne from the Atlantic, they have no idea what they’re in for. With no time to waste, Harvey is thrust into the rigors of life at sea as he replaces a crew member lost overboard. Though he comes from wealth, Disko and his crew are skeptical of his privileged background. With Disko refusing to return to port until their nets are filled, Harvey faces a grueling season of hard work and camaraderie ...

When young Frank finds himself wrongly accused of a crime, he escapes from England in search of adventure and a fresh start in America. Joining a wagon train bound for the California gold fields, he quickly learns that the West holds more challenges than he ever imagined. Facing fierce Indians, lurking wolves, and numerous perils, Frank is determined to strike it rich while dreaming of one day clearing his name and returning home. - Summary by Rachel

John and David, two inseparable friends, were filled with youthful exuberance and an insatiable thirst for adventure. Growing up just miles from the sea west of Boston, they found themselves drawn to the oceans enchanting call as they approached manhood in the aftermath of America’s Revolutionary War. Fueled by their shared dream, they embarked on a two-day journey to Boston, and within just one day, they found themselves aboard a ship, ready to embark on a whirlwind of adventures that would surpass their wildest imaginations. The next fifteen years would carve out a destiny for these ...

Captain William Kidd stands as one of the most notorious "pirate" outlaws ever, but his legend is tainted by a bed of lies. Having captivated imaginations for more than three hundred years and inspired many stories about pirates, troubling questions remain. Was he really a criminal or is the truth more inconvenient: that he was a buccaneer's worst nightmare, a revered pirate hunter turned fall guy for scheming politicians?

The mutiny on HMS Bounty, in the South Pacific on 28 April 1789, is one of history's truly great stories - a tale of human drama, intrigue and adventure of the highest order - and in the hands of Peter FitzSimons it comes to life as never before. Commissioned by the Royal Navy to collect...

Auckland Island is a godforsaken place in the middle of the Southern Ocean, 285 miles south of New Zealand. With year-round freezing rain and howling winds, it is one of the most forbidding places in the world. To be shipwrecked there means almost certain death. In 1864, Captain Thomas Musgrave and his crew of four aboard the schooner Grafton wreck on the southern end of the island. Utterly alone in a dense coastal forest, plagued by stinging blowflies and relentless rain, Captain Musgrave inspires his men to take action.

Captain James Cook is one of the greatest maritime explorers of all time. Over three remarkable voyages of discovery into the Pacific in the latter part of the 18th century, Cook unravelled the oldest mystery surrounding the existence of Terra Australis Incognita - the Great South Land. He became the first explorer to circumnavigate New Zealand and establish that it was two main islands; discover the Hawaiian Islands for the British Empire; and left an enduring legacy.

Step below the noise of the world and into the glow of the Cellar. This is an escape—a place to slow down, breathe deep, and savor stories the old way. Here, history and myth aren’t just told, they’re poured into a glass, carried on smoke, and set to music that lingers like memory. Each episode is a ritual: a tale worth savoring, paired with a drink, a curl of smoke, and a song to bind it all together. The Captain’s Cellar isn’t just a podcast—it’s a refuge, a gathering place, and a toast to the timeless art of story.

Join Norah Linton, her brother Jim, their father David, and Jims Australian friend Wally as they embark on a heartfelt journey during World War I. When tragedy strikes the family with the death of an Irish friend, Norah inherits a grand house in Surrey—Homewood. To honor their friends memory, they transform this residence into a sanctuary for Tired People soldiers recovering from injuries or those on leave without a place to call home. As Jim and Wally answer the call to fight, Norah and her father are left to nurture and support these weary heroes, providing them a refuge in the ...

Captains of Industry showcases the extraordinary lives of men who have transformed ordinary professions into extraordinary achievements. These men, the true nobility of republics, have not only excelled in their professions but have also utilized their success to make significant contributions to society. Originating as articles in The Ledger and The Youths Companion, these stories have inspired many young minds. The tales, though brief, are the result of extensive research and effort. In this reformatted edition, we aim to influence future business leaders and inspire them with stories of men...

Captain John Smith (1904) is a gripping biography of a remarkable man and informative history of early colonial times. Captain Smith already had an adventurous life before he saved Jamestown colony, among other actions by forging relations with the Powhatan tribe.

After surviving the brink of death eight months post-battle injury, a soldier awakens to a world forever changed. As his memories begin to surface, a haunting face emerges—his wife, who married him out of pity just before he was deployed. In a poignant twist of fate, he discovers that she has since remarried, believing him lost to war. Determined to forge a new identity, he adopts a new name and embarks on a journey to reshape his life. The struggle between his past and his quest for a fresh start unfolds in heart-wrenching detail throughout Where the Path Breaks. This tale is brought to ...

For centuries, ships' commanders kept journals that recorded their missions. These included voyages of discovery to unknown lands, engagements in war and sea and general trade. Many of their logs, diaries and letters were lodged at The National Archives and give a vivid picture of the situations that they encountered. Entries range from Captain James Cook's notes of his discovery of the South Pacific and Australia, to logs of the great naval battles, such as Waterloo and Trafalgar.

Captain Thuridur, born in Iceland in 1777, lived a life that was both controversial and unconventional. Her first time fishing, on the open unprotected rowboats of her time, was at age eleven. Soon after, she audaciously began wearing trousers. She later became an acclaimed fishing captain brilliant at weather-reading and seacraft and consistently brought in the largest catches. In the Arctic seas where drownings occurred with terrifying regularity, she never lost a single crewmember. Author Margaret Willson reveals Captain Thuridur's fascinating story.

Dive into a treasure trove of thrilling pirate tales! Discover the intriguing truths behind the swashbuckling life of pirates, which was often far more complex than the romanticized tales weve come to know. - Summary by David Wales

Explore the thrilling life of Captain John Smith, whose name is synonymous with the early colonization of Virginia and the exploration of New England. This gripping narrative delves into his eventful life, featuring his high-stakes battles with the Turks and his fateful encounter with the young Powhatan woman, Pocahontas. Dive into the lesser-known facets of Smiths life and embark on a journey through his extraordinary adventures.

Welcome to the Captains of History Podcast, where we explore the lives of the remarkable leaders who have shaped our world. Once, the Great Man Theory dominated historical discourse, with Thomas Carlyle declaring, ”The history of the world is but the biography of great men.” Today, many emphasize the power of economic, social, and political trends and forces over individual actions. But the truth lies in between. While trends shape history, the impact of extraordinary individuals cannot be ignored. Join us as we delve into the stories of history’s greatest leaders. Our title, Captains of...

Dive into the thrilling world of piracy with A General History of the Robberies and Murders of the Most Notorious Pyrates, a captivating 1724 book that brings to life the stories of infamous pirates. Written under the pseudonym Captain Charles Johnson, the book is thought by some to be authored by the renowned Daniel Defoe, though other candidates, like publisher Nathaniel Mist, have also emerged. In this compelling first volume, Johnson weaves together available sources while adding his own dramatic flair, profoundly influencing how we perceive piracy today. This work remains a cornerstone in...

Welcome to the Captains Quarters Podcast! Here we talk about History, Rum & Upcomming Events.

Join Holmes as he embarks on a desperate quest through the ravaged landscapes of the Civil War, searching for his wounded son, who would later become a Supreme Court Justice. Originally featured in The Atlantic Magazine in 1862, this poignant narrative captures the heartache and turmoil of a fathers love amidst the chaos of war. Holmes, Sr. (1809-1894), an esteemed American physician, poet, and author, is celebrated as one of the finest writers of the 19th century. His iconic Breakfast Table series, beginning with The Autocrat of the Breakfast Table (1858), showcases his literary prowess, ...