| Entry Text: | OCHERT, Maurice. An Australian's Perspective on the Merchant Navy in World War II. vi, 45p., bibliog., illus. Brisbane: author, 2001.
He was a merchant seaman throughout World War II. He served as an engineer on a variety of ships, sailing to all parts of the world. He survived air and torpedo attacks, storms and crew members ranging from plain stupid to totally insane – particularly when in the grip of the demon drink. |
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