... Vos looks back, "The Alida is a Dutch merchant ship, it belongs the The Brother's Broogan, a family owned Dutch merchant company that has trading offices...
... McDonald had been slouched forward a bit, watching and listening, now he sits up straight and scan the sailor's faces before he speaks, when he does it is...
"Gaspard. So whose ship is this? Where is it ... Vos looks back, "The Alida is a Dutch merchant ship, it belongs the The Brother's Broogan, a family owned ...
... "Tanga and his people make their livin by pluckin oysters from the bottom of the sea." McDonald waves towards the youth. "Tanga can dive down ten fathoms...
... Vanderberg speaks firmly. "The course is mine alone. We are headed generally toward Spanish Florida until I know exactly where to go. This Gaspard fellow...
McDonald chuckles, "An wat point is there then ta my ... "Moi?" Gaspard couldn't believe the man was referring to him???? ... "And I..you," Gaspard was quick...
... There is a general murmur of approval from the crew. (The numbers are in line with accepted norms) and if the booty is large enough it can represent a ...
... Vanderberg's smile is rarely so wide. "May Fortune favor our venture! Lets have a drink to seal the bargain. Then we have much work to do, Ja?" Vanderberg...
There is a general murmur of approval from the crew. ... Gaspard was tempted to shout his agreement too but didn't want to be too strongly linked with the...
After drinking their toast and spending a few minutes talking about the fabulous tales of the wealth carried in the Spanish Treasure Ships, the crew settled...
Welcome Aboard! Joe Cade and his character Gaspard Vachot: Already introduced TW and his character Jack 'Black Jack' Blackwell: Taking on an existing crew...
... the fabulous tales of the wealth carried in the Spanish Treasure Ships, the crew settled back into their routine tasks with a will. ... they were certain...
Although the Alida will be off the coast of Florida after the second narrative, there is a time lapse of over a week travel. Feel free to interact with each...
Young Gaspard tried manfully to fit in with the ships crew, willingly taking part in any duties they assigned him and learning quickly as specific details of...
... Black Jack keeps himself busy about the deck, readying lines, trimming sails, and keeping the men busy with various shanties. In the evenings, me makes...
... the fabulous tales of the wealth carried in the Spanish Treasure Ships, the crew settled back into their routine tasks with a will. ... they were certain...
Young Gaspard tried manfully to fit in with the ships crew, willingly taking part in any duties they assigned him and learning quickly as specific details of...
... crew a number of suggestions and tips that shave some time off the running out and reloading process. However, as he points out, to dramatically improve...
Gaspard was sitting on one of the benches in the galley, where the sailors were crowded together at mess. The soup on this day was passable at least to the...
... Black Jack keeps himself busy about the deck, readying lines, trimming sails, and keeping the men busy with various shanties. In the evenings, me makes...
... crew a number of suggestions and tips that shave some time off the running out and reloading process. However, as he points out, to dramatically improve...
... investment ... gun. 700 rounds. That is a lot for a merchant ship "We have enough spare powder to spend on a some live practice. Say, 140 charges."...
... investment ... gun. 700 rounds. That is a lot for a merchant ship "We have enough spare powder to spend on a some live practice. Say, 140 charges." ...
Gaspard was sitting on one of the benches in the galley, where the sailors were crowded together at mess. The soup on this day was passable at least to the...
Clearing the Windward Passage without incident, the Alida heads North, Nor'west along the channel that lies between Cuba and the Bahamas. Here the winds are...
... displeased with the results but says, "They'll tighten up a >fair bit after a battle or two, Cap'n" "It may be. Its good that your men and mine learn to...
... rushed on deck with the others, turned to Alan Grayson and said, with a laugh, "You must watch your step, young Alan. Otherwise the cannibals will eat...
... "Aye, Cap'n tis a good idea that. My lads are wary of ye and yours, Cap'n. An ole scallywag does not trust the lawabidin citizen anymore then the honest...
Gaspard was angry now and a lot of pentup emotion spilled out as he jumped back to his feet then launched himself at the bigger sailor. There was a flurry of...
... Cap'n. An ole scallywag does not trust the lawabidin citizen >anymore then the honest merchant trusts him." McDonald chuckles, "My lads feel nakid an as...