It Sucked To Be on a Merchant Ship in World War Two
Show: World War Two --> Season: 0 - Specials
AirDate: 4/26/2022
Runtime: 11
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Overview: Serving on board a merchant-ship during the Second World War is a hazardous endeavor. Stalked by submarines, attacked by surface raiders, and hunted by bombers, the convoys and individual cargo ships face constant danger on their routes across the seas. And that is in addition to the job’s typical hazards. But what is life like for a regular sailor on board these ships? And what motivates a man to sign up for such a dangerous job?