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Nelson and His Navy - Naval Toasts

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The Royal Navy has a number of specific toasts which are used on each day of the week. It is the job of the newest officer or midshipman to propose them. Traditionally they are given no help and should they forget then they should buy drinks for all those present.

Monday

Our ships at sea.

Tuesday

Our men.

Wednesday

Ourselves (as no-one else is likely to concern themselves with our welfare).

Thursday

A bloody war or a sickly season.

Friday

A willing foe and sea room.

Saturday

Sweethearts and wives (may they never meet).

Sunday

Absent friends.

 


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