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Shellback initiations, which celebrate a sailor's crossing of the equator, have roots that trace back to ancient maritime traditions. The specific practices began to formalize in the 19th century, particularly within the U.S. Navy, as a rite of passage for sailors. This initiation involves various rituals and ceremonies, marking the transition from "pollywog" to "shellback" upon crossing the equator.
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What does imperivm neptuni regis mean on the shellback certifcate?
"Imperivm Neptuni Regis" translates to "The Empire of King Neptune" in Latin. On a shellback certificate, it signifies the initiation into a maritime tradition where sailors are recognized for crossing the equator, often marked by a ceremonial event involving the mythological figure of King Neptune. This phrase emphasizes the sailor's newfound status and connection to the maritime lore associated with Neptune.
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The duration of Finnegan Begin Again is 1.85 hours.
What is the duration of Let the Games Begin cartoon?
The duration of Let the Games Begin - cartoon - is 600.0 seconds.
When was Shellback Wilderness created?
Shellback Wilderness was created in 2006.
What is the area of Shellback Wilderness?
The area of Shellback Wilderness is 146.266 square kilometers.
When was Shellback - producer - born?
Shellback - producer - was born on 1985-02-01.
What is a mossback shellback?
If you go around Cape Horn, you become a Mossback. When you cross the equator, you become a Shellback. If you do both on the same trip, you are a Mossback Shellback.
The difference between shellback and golden shellback?
The difference between the two is that a Golden Shellback has crossed the Equator at the International Date Line (00.00 N and 00.00 E)
What is a shaleleigh?
A short piece of wet firehose, with one end folded over, usually with black electrical tape, for a handle. Entire piece is about three feet long and is used in crossing-the-line initiations as slimy polywogs are punished as they crawl along their long route of misery toward becoming a trusty shellback.
What is a navy shellback?
Shellback is an ancient designation. It represents someone that has crossed the Equator while on a ship. The tradition is a source of pride to those that have achieved it. It is also made a part of the service member permanent file. I am a Shellback!
What is a Mossback?
If you go around Cape Horn, you become a Mossback. When you cross the equator, you become a Shellback. If you do both on the same trip, you are a Mossback Shellback.
What is the 'Order of the Rock' certificate?
They certify that the individual has passed through the Straits of Gibralter on a US Naval vessel. See also: * Plank Owner * Shellback * Emerald Shellback * Golden Shellback * Blue Nose * Red Nose * Realm of the Czars * Golden Dragon * Order of Magellan * Order of the Ditch * Order of the Sand Sailor * Safari to Suez.
What are some Non Christian initiations?
In Judaism there is the Bar Mitvah for young men and the Bat Mitzvah for young ladies. As for atheist's initiations; there are none. If one is a non-Christian, then there's no need for rituals.
Is there tattoo for golden shellbacks?
Yes there is, but if your a polly wog, than don't even think about it. But if your a certified golden shellback than you should look up Sailor Jerry tattoos. Aloha, from a golden shellback, crossed in 2000.
What are the release dates for SpongeBob SquarePants - 1999 Buried in Time Shellback Shenanigans 8-5?
SpongeBob SquarePants - 1999 Buried in Time Shellback Shenanigans 8-5 was released on: USA: 18 September 2010
