Before the Civil War, whaling was one of the few ways for African Americans to get ahead in a system stacked against them. Whaling fueled candles, lamps, machine lubricants, and even perfumes, making it one of the richest industries in America. However, it was also a brutal industry that sent men to sea for years,…
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Jamestown-Scotland Ferry Shanty
I’ve spent the past few years working the maritime industry, and the Jamestown-Scotland Ferry is one of the many “boat jobs” I’ve had over those years. One of the coolest things about working on the James River is that you can see the sun rise over the river in the east and set over the…
I Filmed Myself Docking a Car Ferry
Ever wondered what it’s like to captain a ferry? Here’s a glimpse into the pilothouse of the ferry Willamsburg that runs between Surry and Jamestown, Virginia. These ferries run 24/7 and run in all sorts of weather and conditions. Only hurricanes and other severe weather shyts them down. This is a “chill day”, but I…
Tidewater Teddy 