Maritime Stories
Maritime Stories is a program dedicated to sharing the personal maritime experiences of our visitors, partners, crew, and industry professionals. What first sparked your interest in the maritime world? Have a memorable moment at sea? A family legacy in the industry? Whether you’re a sailor, pilot—or simply passionate about maritime history—we’d love to hear your story.
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Making a Career out of Being Prepared
Peter Jensen had a storied career in the US Coast Guard and with Mobil/ExxonMobil as an Emergency Preparedness Officer. In his Maritime Story, he tells us about his education, getting into the career and some of his responsibilities during his time with the US Coast Guard and Mobil/ExxonMobil.
Starting a Maritime Career – Captain Nick Commiato – MMS
Nick Commiato, a recent graduate of Texas A&M Galveston, tells us about his interest in the maritime industry, what its like going to a maritime college, and how to get your start in a maritime career.
Sea Stories with Kevin Morley | Part 6
When I entered the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy in 1976, I was 6’ 3” and weighed less than 170 pounds – eating was a passion. When I went to sea eighteen months later, I quickly learned to make friends with the cook and the entire steward’s department, because eating was still my favorite pastime. My…
Sea Stories with Kevin Morley | Part 5
After four stories about my life at sea as a midshipman from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, a bit of background about that fine school might be in order. The purpose of the school was (and still is) to provide the country a highly trained group of officers who could lead the American merchant fleet…
Sea Stories with Kevin Morley | Part 4
People who take to the sea During my second and third years at the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (1974-75), I spent twelve months at sea on various U.S. flag merchant ships. I’ve written three stories about the Captain of the second of those ships – the SS Export Adventurer. As important as he was to…
