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17. The Flying Dutchman - Blue Angel
http://blueangel.bighart.org/project/the-flying-dutchman
Famous ghost ship, sighted throughout history off the coast of the Cape of Good Hope. This phantom vessel is destined to travel the seas, never finding port, bringing death and destruction to any ships that cross its path. Often approaching ships in the midst of a treacherous storm, the Flying Dutchman will vanish as mysteriously as it arrives. Explore more stories below…. Site by Green Peas for Breakfast.
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8. Glen Mallon - Blue Angel
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It’s a maritime superstition that if you see an albatross whilst at sea, it carries the soul of a dead sailor. The strong family connection and heritage of the sea is evident when he talks about his father. Glen was at sea when his father was very ill. Chipping rust on deck one day, Glen saw a huge albatross flying alongside the ship it came right up close to the ship before soaring away. Minutes later, Glen was called up for a phone call. He knew instantly that his father had died.
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23. Ching Shih (1775–1844) 郑氏 - Blue Angel
http://blueangel.bighart.org/project/ching-shih-1775-1844
Ching Shih (1775 1844) 郑氏. Ching Shih was a prominent pirate during the Qing Dynasty, early 19th century. It is estimated that in the height of her power she had command over 1800 junks manned by over 70,000 pirates made up of men, women and even children. Born in Guangdong in 1775, she was a Cantonese prostitute who came to marry well known pirate Zhèng Yi, she helped him build up his fleet and together they grew the fleet from 200 ships to eventually over 1800. Explore more stories below….
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2. Cesar Soltis - Blue Angel
http://blueangel.bighart.org/project/cesar-soltis
Cesar, 57 has lived in Adelaide for the last 23 years, he’s originally from the Philippines where he has 14 cousins, all of whom work at sea and inspired him to go to sea;. You can see the world for free! Nobody tells you about the waves. Explore more stories below…. Site by Green Peas for Breakfast.
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15. Rachel Crevatin-Gunn - Blue Angel
http://blueangel.bighart.org/project/rachel-crevatin-gunn
Growing up on Tasmania’s north west coast, Rachel had a unique childhood to say the least. By age 8 her father built a boat from scratch, packed up the family and they set off on an adventure around the world. Their journey lasted for 11 years. Stopping for bouts of schooling (and work when required), Rachel had countless adventures and saw many amazing things around the world. If you come and see the Blue Angel show, you can ask her all about it. Explore more stories below….
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4. Hudley Rana - Blue Angel
http://blueangel.bighart.org/project/hudley-rana
Hudley was drawn to the industry for the sense of adventure and to know that he ‘made it’. As electrical officer there’s no one else on ship who can help you, who understands the complexities of your role. The responsibility is entirely on your shoulders, but so is the satisfaction. Hudley doesn’t think he would return to sea. Explore more stories below…. Site by Green Peas for Breakfast.
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10. DIGBY LONGHURST - Blue Angel
http://blueangel.bighart.org/project/digby-longhurst
One of the most fascinating events Digby witnessed at sea was hundreds of mutton birds (short tailed shearwaters) swimming underwater on a calm day in Bass Strait as the ship he was on steamed through a huge flock on the surface. The natural marine world provided many highlights from basking sunfish to whales and in southern latitudes, the beautiful albatross. Explore more stories below…. Site by Green Peas for Breakfast.
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Sirens at Sydney Fringe Festival | Sirens Big Band
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Sirens at Sydney Fringe Festival. Sirens at Sydney Fringe Festival. Posted by A Siren. On Sep 7, 2014 in Gigs. Sydney’s 17-piece super-collective, is raring to hit the stage and reveal the new tunes they’ve been writing over the last six-months. The band will be presenting their original brand of exciting and engaging big band music – honed during the last 5 years of performing together at various venues and fe. John Hardaker – AustralianJazz.net. No shows booked at the moment. SIRENS RETURN TO 505 IN MAY.
