Sailors aboard USS Saratoga celebrate their first crossing of the Equator with a traditional Shellback ceremony in January 1929. The lighthearted naval rite, marking the transition from “Pollywog” to “Shellback,” has bonded generations of sailors across the seven seas. #USSSaratoga #USNavy #Shellback #EquatorCrossing #NavalTradition | The Reliable Narrator
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The equator crossing ceremony is a long-standing tradition that marks a sailor's first crossing of the equator. But do you know what happens during the ceremony and why?Check out our video to find out. Follow www.marineinsight.com for more such maritime content. #equatorcrossingceremony #tradition #shipping #maritime #marineinsight #seafarer #sailing #seaman #lifeatsea #sealife #merchantnavy #merchantnavyship #sailor #merchantmarine #marinelife #marineindustry | Marine Insight
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🌊🐢This Shellback Challenge Coin pays tribute to one of the Navy’s most time-honored and legendary traditions — the crossing of the Equator. It’s more than a coin — it’s a badge of honor, camaraderie, and salty pride. "U.S. Navy Shellback Crossing the Line Challenge Coin – Ancient Order of the Deep" 🔱 Symbol of Brotherhood: Celebrates your transition into the Ancient Order of the Deep. | Eettet
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