| one publication added to basket [108570] | Ships' cats in war and peace
Lewis, V. (2004). Ships' cats in war and peace. Nauticalia: Shepperton. ISBN 0-953-04581-1. 199 pp.
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- VLIZ: Personal and Institutional Histories PER.36 [104723]
- VLIZ: Personal and Institutional Histories [104980]
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| Abstract |
Of all the domesticated animals, cats seem to cause the strongest feelings of admiration or aversion. However, anyone who likes, or even tolerates them, will enjoy this book. 91 Seagoing felines, some of named breeds and others just "moggies" or alley cats, demonstrate their self-reliance and adaptability to life afloat, along with the valuable work of roden control in ships. In smaller craft, the affectionate companionship of a pet has been important to singlehanded sailors. Perhaps the most celebrated ship's cat was Able Seaman Simon of HMS Amethyst - he was awarded the Dickin Medal (the animals' VC) for killing vermin in the ship's stores. |
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