Storys about "the time after", seafarer myths, ...

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[Penguin]

I would like to start this topic with a question.
Currently I am asking myself what exactly "still on patrol" (for deceased seafarers) means. Is it a phrase only for navy seafarers or is it also used for deceased civilian seafarers?
"Patrol" suggests it has a military background, but perhaps "still on patrol" is a suitable phrase for civilian seafarers, too.

Any information will be appreciated!

[mvsmith]

Hi Penguin,
In the US Navy it is applied to submarines, and their crews, lost in action.
Regards,
Marty

[Penguin]

Thx Marty. 

[pigdog]

I think the "still on patrol" saying is mostly used when talking about the military sailors who lost their lives during WW 2 whilst escorting the convoys of merchant ships in the Atlantic, as most ships were lost with all hands if the torpedo didn't get them the cold did.

One I know is that merchant seamen that have died are reincarnated as an Albatross free to roam the seas forever.

Another is that it's very bad luck to have a rabbit on a French ship, I was told the story of this but I can't remember it maybe some of our French members can shed some light on this.

It would be interesting to hear anymore if someone knows of any.

[Capt. Le Velle]

my uncle said they say that for any coast gaurd or navy vessal that had one of its members K.I.A or killed in action

[Penguin]

I like the "idea" to see Albatrosses as Reincarnation, wonderful.

Would be interesting to get more light into the myth with the rabbit on a french ship.

Concerning further myths I'm sure in past I have heard a few about fishers - unfortunately I forgot them.