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[Robert Young]

Hi one and all,
Although I registered some time ago I have only just managed to sort out/change my password, probably something to do with being the wrong side of 80, although I'm reliably informed that 80 is the new 60! My knees tell a different story. Unfortunately I can't be described as being computer literate and fear it may be some time before I'm sufficiently confident to make a contribution. Working my way through the various sections of this site looks a bit daunting. Excepting for 6 moths as a Trainee in a drawing office in Hainult, Essex, my working life has involved the sea, ships, and ship's cargoes. I joined TS 'Vindicatrix' April 1960 (R723364) subsequently joining 'Durban Castle' as a deckboy the following June. I remained a deckhand (to AB) until December 1967 when, after 4 attempts passed 2nd Mate's, joining Ellerman & Papayanni Line as 3rd Mate in January 1968. I stayed with Ellerman & Papayanni (which was absorbed into Ellerman City Liners) leaving as Chief Officer with a Master's cert. in 1979. I then joined a London company of Marine and Cargo surveyors and consultants, remaining a surveyor/consultant until I retired in 2009. I now look forward to reading many reviews, opinions, others experience etc and hopefully will make my own contribution. Robert (Bob) Young

[Ivan Cloherty]

Congratulations Bob, a great career, deck boy to Master, through the hawse pipe and onto surveyor. Our hats off to you. As for being tech savvy I think most of us silver surfers on here use the computer as a glorified typewriter.

Look forward to hearing some of your stories

Welcome aboard

[Doc Vernon]

Hi Robert
Thanks for joining and although it may have taken some time to get started, at least you are now on your way!
Its not really as daunting as you think, so just Browse around, get familiar with what you can at your own pace , it will soon come to you that things are not that bad! LOL
I am 84 going on 85 soon, and get around quite well, self taught although also took me some time .

Nice Career you had there and as said good promotions.

Take Care and hope we will soon hear some of your Sea Tales of the past!
All the best

Welcome Aboard from me as well.
Cheers

[Des Taff Jenkins]

Hi Robert
Welcome to the best site on the net for Seamen, many ex Vindi boys on here, I was there in April 49. Take your time perusing the site you will find it easy after a little while. Look forward to hearing some tall tales.
Cheers DEs