TexasPhil Posted September 6, 2003 Posted September 6, 2003 Frank, Besides me, what is a shellback? Quote
Dave R1 Posted September 6, 2003 Posted September 6, 2003 Phil, a Shellback is a sailor who has "crossed the line" i.e. the Equator. Prior to that you would be a Pollywog. I found this intersting page regarding it. http://www.geocities.com/Pentagon/Bunker/1230/okycity/shipboard/shellback.htm Quote
Steve Tarry Posted September 6, 2003 Posted September 6, 2003 Oh. I figured it was just a turtle. Quote
TexasPhil Posted September 7, 2003 Author Posted September 7, 2003 Gee, glad I didn't have to get initiated like those poor souls! Thanks, Dave, for the explination and article. Quote
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