The Shellback Ceremony:Inside the Navys Ancient Equator Crossing Initiation Ritual| Military History
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The Shellback Ceremony:Inside the Navys Ancient Equator Crossing Initiation Ritual| Military History
Discover the legendary Shellback Ceremony, one of the United States Navy's most intense and historic initiation rituals. When sailors cross the equator for the first time, they transform from "pollywogs" into honored "shellbacks" through this ancient maritime tradition dating back centuries. This video explores the fascinating history behind ...
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