Journey Aboard Bloemfontein

This chapter vividly recounts the harrowing journey aboard the ship Bloemfontein, originally a cattle transport turned troop ship. It explores the cramped and unsanitary conditions endured by the sailors, including incidents of seasickness and the challenges of an ineffective latrine system. Highlighting a transformative stop at Tonga Tapu, the narrator reflects on newfound perspectives of the world and a desire to explore beyond his hometown.