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The term for a captain hijacking their own ship is "self-hijacking." This situation involves the captain taking control of the vessel for personal reasons, often leading to legal and ethical implications. It's a rare scenario but highlights issues of authority and accountability at sea.
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How is the word mutinous used in a sentence?
Mutinous men on board killed the captain and appointed one of their own to lead the ship.
There was a ship inside the ship there was a captain.What is the name of captain.?
For this play on words, you have answered your own question. "WHO" is the name of the captain. It is similar to the Abbott & Costello skit "Who's on first".
What World War 2 German ship was blockaded in South America before escaping and being sunk?
You are describing the Graf Spee, but it was not "sunk" in the common use of the word, (that is, by an enemy ship) it was scuttled by her own captain.
Who was the captain of the serapis?
Captain John Paul Jones became the captain of the Serapis after his own ship The Bonhomme Richard sank in battle with her. The previous captain of the Serapis was Captain Pearson. As an side, the HMS Serapis was unique in that it had a hull made of copper.
Why is the pocket battleship of graf spee remembered?
Good question. The captain sank his own ship, then shot himself.
What is the origin of the word commodore?
It is a rank between Captain and Rear Admiral in the navy. A Captain is is command of one ship (his/her own) and a Commodore is in charge of more than one ship. The RAF has an Air-Commodore which is a rank above a Group Captain and below that of an Air-Marshal. The equivalent rank in the army is a Brigadier who is in charge of a brigade of men 3,000 to 5,000 in total. It is from the French term Commandeur which was one of the highest ranks in Knighthood.
How many ships did Anne Bonny have?
Anne Bonny never had her own ship she was a member of a crew on one ship she dressed as a man and was the captain's(Jack Rackam's) "girl" so she was not removed from the ship when it was found out the she was a girl.
When the lady Wilma passes a becalmed ship what does captain swain do the great horn spoon?
The Captain Swain in "The Great Horn Spoon" book offers to help the other ship by towing it with his own ship to a nearby port using a rowboat. This act of good samaritanism shows his character's kindness and willingness to help others in need.
What is meant by scutting a ship?
You probably are thinking of the word "scuttling" here. To scuttle a ship is to open holes in the hull and let in the water. It means to sink your own ship on purpose.
Why did the crew insist that captain jaggery and mr. hollybrass be described as heroes in the ship' s log?
The crew insisted that Captain Jaggery and Mr. Hollybrass be described as heroes in the ship's log to maintain a semblance of order and authority aboard the ship. By portraying them in a positive light, the crew aimed to uphold the captain's reputation and prevent potential repercussions for their actions. This description also served to reinforce loyalty among the crew and quell dissent, ensuring that their own positions remained secure in the face of the captain's strict leadership.
What is the summary for ghost ship by Dietlof Reiche?
"Ghost Ship" by Dietlof Reiche is a young adult novel about a boy named Vick who discovers a deserted ship in his small coastal town. The ship is rumored to be cursed and haunted by the ghost of a former captain. Vick solves the mystery of the ghost ship while uncovering secrets about his own family history.
Which one would you recommend between these two careers and why - a surgeon or a captain on a ship?
Each has its own appeal. A surgeon is good for people with an interest in science, a person willing to work hard towards a goal as well as a person that has the knowledge and the know-how about it. A Ship's Captain is a good idea for active people looking for a life of adventure and discovery of the outside world. Considering what type of person you are, which are you? Surgeon or Captain?
