La Virtual People's Navy
Devenez membre de notre flottille virtuelle
La Marine Virtuelle des Supporters est une occasion pour tout compagnon marin de nous rejoindre et d'offrir son soutien à notre cause. En adhérant, vous montrerez au monde que vous soutenez de tout coeur la People's Navy, et, si vous le souhaitez, vous pouvez ajouter vos coordonnées à notre liste d'envois de courriels. Occasionnellement, nous pouvons vous envoyer des mises à jour ou des rapports d'avancement et vous inviter à vous associer à toute action future, que ce soit à travers le net virtuellement, ou pratiquement en personne à bord de votre navire.
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Al Baker m/y 'Watershed'
Signed up on: Wednesday, January 16th, 2008
know Pete from working together on Greenpeace ships. I suspect John Castle is out there with him too. A couple of more formidable Yachties the world is yer to see.
Joe Evans m/y 'Arctic Sunrise'
Signed up on: Monday, January 14th, 2008
Love and strength to you all. Joe
Tim Foreman s/y 'Friendship'
Signed up on: Thursday, January 10th, 2008
We just met pete and john at the pss-shipyard in Thailand, where they get SY.Musichana ready for the trip to the Chagos.
We wish them good luck for the trip and for the project. We deeply understand their engagement for the chagos peoples because we fight for the rights of the Urak Lawoi on Lipe island, Thailand.
Tim Foreman s/y 'Friendship'
Signed up on: Thursday, January 10th, 2008
We just met pete and john at the pss-shipyard in Thailand, where they get SY.Musichana ready for the trip to the Chagos. We wish them good luck for the trip and for the project. We deeply understand their engagement for the chagos peoples because we fight for the rights of the Urak Lawoi on Lipe island, Thailand.
Heike and Chris s/y 'Sonnenwind'
Signed up on: Friday, January 4th, 2008
We just met pete and john at the pss-shipyard in Thailand, where they get SY.Musichana ready for the trip to the Chagos. We wish them good luck for the trip and for the project. We deeply understand their engagement for the chagos peoples because we fight for the rights of the Urak Lawoi on Lipe island, Thailand.
Tom
Signed up on: Saturday, December 29th, 2007
I'm just an ordinary bloke who spends his time mucking about with wood. I get on the water when I can in a 16 foot tosher.
Check out Tom's website here: Devon Oak.
Sam Bayliss s/y 'Brilleau'
Signed up on: Saturday, December 29th, 2007
Mooring in Portsmouth harbour, UK and live nearby.
Henk Haazen s/y 'Tiama'
Signed up on: Wednesday, December 26th, 2007
Good luck Sam, Pete and the other crew members, from the crew of Tiama.
You're doing a great job.
Fair winds. henk
Carin s/y 'Snowball of Lleyn'
Signed up on: Friday, December 14th, 2007
Currently heading for retirement and the liveaboard life on Snowball my prout 37 cat.
The plight of the Chagos islanders (British citizens) forced to live in exile in places like Crawley is a disgrace to our modern democracy and record of human rights. I wish Sam well on his voyage and applaud his resolve.
Carin m/v 'Atlantic Traveller'
Signed up on: Wednesday, December 12th, 2007
I saw the presentation in Marmaris a couple of weeks ago and was touched by the islanders sadness and disgusted by the cynisism displayed in documents and by certain officials. Best of luck Sam! No man is an island.
Ian Wavish s/v 'Rozinante'
Signed up on: Wednesday, December 12th, 2007
I am now back in my home town of Melbourne, Australia, after a six year voyage on my yacht "Rozinante" from New Zealand to Greece.
"Rozinante" is now on the hard in Preveza awaiting a new voyager and it is there that I met one of the most beautiful people in the World, POPPY. Poppy, the people she is sailing with and the people of Chagos have my love and support and deserve the love and support of us all.
We are all one and the same and their world is our world.
Trevor and Donna s/v 'Miss Kracken'
Signed up on: Wednesday, December 12th, 2007
We are all guilty of 'Standing on our Soap Boxes' over the odd Ouzo and putting injustices in our world to rights!! There are, however, very few that actually carry THEIR and OUR convictions forward. It is a privilage to be associated with such a JUST cause and courageus people who put us all to shame. Our fullest support to you all. Donna and Trevor
Con Massam & Jo Everitt s/v 'Gabarra'
Signed up on: Wednesday, December 12th, 2007
Located on the River Thames but would like to be elsewhere. Good luck.
Lee Austin s/v 'Seamiste of Rhu'
Signed up on: Wednesday, December 12th, 2007
Best wishes to Sam and Poppy on their passage to the Indian Ocean - a very worthy cause that I have veen aware of for many years. As many of us feel powerless under our British democracy as our elected representatives rarely listen, I think this is an excellent mechanism to get another injustice under the spotlight.
Horst s/v 'Puddleduck'
Signed up on: Wednesday, December 12th, 2007
Puddleduck is wintering in Koilada, Greece, approx 20 mn SE of Navplion, whilst I'll enjoy my other passion, skiing.
Martin and Colette Brady s/v 'Hejira'
Signed up on: Wednesday, December 12th, 2007
Our shame of the British Government's actions is only matched by our pride of the sailing community and those prepared to do something to show up this terrible injustice and embarrass the government into action.
Martin and Colette, Marina del Sole, Sardegna, Italy
Jan, Jina and Peter Kingston m/y 'The Anytime'
Signed up on: Tuesday, December 11th, 2007
Moored in Lavender Bay, Sydney Australia. We have a motor vessel with chutzpah built sometime in the sixties and used as a river boat for deliveries. We knew Sam ten years ago when he was building his little boat "Trim' at a boatyard in Balmain. We grew to love him and then he vanished from our lives. We feared he had perished at sea. Good Luck Sam. Our thoughts and affection go with you and let us know if we can help.
Tony and Lynda Smith s/v 'Knight in Gale'
Signed up on: Tuesday, December 11th, 2007
Good Luck to all of You. Although we are now landlubbers living on the lovely island of Sardinia, our hearts are still with the sea. We actually met Poppy this year when she called in to Carloforte and it is no surprise that she decided to join you in your endeavours. Once again good luck. We will be following your journey with great interest. Lynda and Tony XX
Sue and Derek Pollard m/y 'SuziQ'
Signed up on: Tuesday, December 11th, 2007
We have a small motor cruiser based in Denia, Costa Blanca, Spain. We support your endeavours.
David Atkins s/y 'Cresset'
Signed up on: Monday, December 10th, 2007
We must stand up and be counted. Only wish I had the guts to actually join you!
Good luck with your endeavours. Lets make our voices heard.
Ken Powell s/y 'Yuan Hang'
Signed up on: Monday, December 10th, 2007
Lucy White, s/y 'Bouboulina'
Signed up on: Monday, December 10th, 2007
Thanks to Poppy who told me about the Peoples Navy. I wholeheartedly support this journey. To me the Chagossians symbolically represent all of humanity being dispossessed of it's liberty and dignity by a handful of greedy, blood thirsty, compassionless 'people' (for want of a better word) whose goal is to create extreme suffering and mayhem in order to bring about a world government in which the freedom of the people will be non-existant. My boat, Bouboulina, is named after a Greek female sea captain and freedom fighter who helped bring freedom and national dignity to her people after 400 yrs of Turkish occupation.
Right now I'm 'doing time' in Kalamata, running a marine paint supply shop, repairing sails and fabricating canvaswork. I wish much success and send much love to the literal peoples navy, may I one day join you. xxx
Peter and Kay, s/v 'Wild Thyme'
Signed up on: Monday, December 10th, 2007
We are in Marmaris YM for the winter and missed the showing of "Stealing a Nation". We have seen the info on the web however, and feel ashamed to be British.Good luck, Sam and Pete! Go and rattle a few cages. We'll do what we can to rattle the British end.
Pete M Le Mare, s/y 'Be Disarming'
Signed up on: Friday, December 7th, 2007
Hi there Jon, Pete, and Sam. I knew a little of your intentions and of course my little peace boat would love to join your Peoples (peace) Navy.
If I could find a sailing companion I would actually join you in my Hurley 22, at the moment, down here in Penzance, CORNWALL GB. Like Roy (listed below) I was also involved in Operation Namibia and have for a long time been very concerned about the Chagossians situation. Many good wishes for this wonderful initiative. Life, love, peace and freedom.
Mats Wik, s/y 'Taifun'
Signed up on: Thursday, December 6th, 2007
Sam, have a big heart. Just go for it!
Chris Fagg, s/y 'Piper's Dream'
Signed up on: Monday, December 3rd, 2007
Piper's Dream is wintering in Marmaris but Chris & Jean Fagg are at home in Cornwall for the winter. We met Sam in Oct and heard all about the plight of the Chargos Islanders. Sam was very helpfull in adverse conditions, a Samaritan at heart. I wish him and his father well. I hope we will remain in contact.
Graham Pisco, s/y 'Eeyore'
Signed up on: Thursday, November 29, 2007
After watching the presentation in Marmaris I felt this was a cause I could relate to. I will follow your progress with interest and may even follow you next year. Good luck and fair winds Sam.
Mike Johnson, s/y 'Harriette'
Signed up on: Monday, November 26, 2007
In Kemer Marina for winter 2007-8. Saw the presentation in Marmaris Yacht Marina and was so moved I am repeating it here in Kemer. Good luck Sam, and Pete. May your publicity efforts lead quickly to a groundswell of support which will shame the British Government into giving justice to the Chagossians (but I won't hold my breath).
Geoff & Eileen Mander, s/v 'Ocean Gem'
Signed up on: Tuesday, November 27, 2007
We're currently in Marmaris Yacht Marine and have just been introduced to the monstrous injustice that is the story of the Chagos Islands. All the more troubling in that the principle actors are the government of my own country who do not seem to share any of the values that are held by almost every British person that I know. Even the current administration resists every opportunity to do what is within its powers to put right the wrongs of their predecessors.
We support Sam and his Dad because they are actively raising the profile of this issue and at the same time doing something to give real help to the people of Chagos.
Sam you've touched the hearts of all you've met and you'll be supported every mile of your journey by a veritable virtual navy of well wishers. Bon Voyage.
Sarah Tanburn & Pip Harris, s/v 'Roaring Girl'
Signed up on: Sunday, November 25, 2007
We really support this venture to further highlight the injustice that has been committed against the people of Chagos. Too often cruisers have talked about these islands as some sort of 'uninhabited' paradise, when its true people have been banned from going home.
We are earning a little money in Wales while Roaring Girl dries out in Provence. After three months exploring and visiting family in New Zealand we will be back afloat in France and Italy from April.
Our blog: Roaring Girl
Roy Purvis, ketch 'Equinox'
Signed up on: Sunday, November 25, 2007
A good way to hilight a good cause. I sailed on Golden Harvest 30 years ago to get world attention on independence for the Namibian people. Now I will add Chagos to list of places to sail to. Fair winds
Roel and Jacqueline s/y 'Horizon'
Signed up on: Saturday November 24th, 2007
We met Sam and Ayten in Marmaris Yacht Marina. Great job! Good winds!
Remember that the mind is like a parachute; it only functions when it is open...
Our blog: Horizon
Peter Groen, s/y 'Heerenleed'
Signed up on: Saturday November 24th, 2007
Currently based in Steenbergen, Netherlands.
David T Abbott, s/v 'Filsket '
Signed up on: Friday November 23rd, 2007
May your voyage be successful and the winds kind, it is a noble and just cause.
Thank you for bringing it to the fore.
Jonathan Wills and Alan Longmuir, m/v 'Dunter III'
Signed up on: Wednesday November 21st, 2007
We are a wildlife tour boat in the Shetland Islands and have good friends in Greenpeace, with whom I worked as a journalist during the Brent Spar and other North Sea campaigns. The plight of the Chagossians is a continuing scandal and an embarrassment to our country. As islanders ourselves we feel particularly acutely for the gross injustices they have suffered for the convenience of the American empire and its British vassal. Good on you, guys, and best of luck with the campaign. Regards, Jonathan Wills, skipper, and Alan Longmuir, mate/engineer
Sea Birds And Seals
Cedric Counord s/y 'Sneaky Possum'
Signed up on: Wednesday November 21st, 2007
Hi there, in sydney since few months, probably 6 more to do, and then back to France.
Wish you all the best for this !
Stan Wasilewsky s/v 'Ichiban'
Signed up on: Tuesday November 20th, 2007
Berthed at the Wharf Marina 30 miles south of Houston, Tx.
It's time governments started honoring the human rights of people instead of corporations.
Mehdi Moujbani m/v 'Arctic Sunrise'
Signed up on: Monday November 19th, 2007
Currently anchored off Palma de Maillorca. "It doesn't only need courage to change things but also endurance".
Little people need to stop suffering the consequences of the profit that few Rich Corporate individuals are making.
All the best.
Peace, Trees & Love
Mehdi
Slade Gray m/v 'Rainbow Warrior'
Signed up on: Monday November 19th, 2007
Good luck with it all, let me know if i can do anything for you. Cheers, Slade
Thomas Cambou s/v 'Miegjorn'
Signed up on: Monday November 19th, 2007
The boat is base in Alicante (Spain). Visit Chagos to get information on the situation.
Fiona Gordon & Terry Low, s/y 'ROAM'
Signed up on: Monday November 19th, 2007
Thanks to Liz & Jamie we learned of the plight of the exiled Chagossians and Sam's & Cindick's brave mission. As Brits, we are shamed by our country's disgraceful actions. Good Luck - we'll be following your progress and hope to see you in the news!
Benjamin Botton, s/y 'El Cid'
Signed up on: Monday November 19th, 2007
Currently located in Marmaris Yacht Marine
Dmitri Sharomov, m/v 'Rainbow Warrior'
Signed up on: Monday November 19th, 2007
I am a second mate on the Rainbow Warrior. Good job. Thank you.
Mandy and Gingy, s/y 'MyMermaid'
Signed up on: Sunday November 18th, 2007
We are in Yacht Marina, Marmaris, Turkey and after listening to a talk about your plans we had to sign up.
Good luck and good luck to all the people of Chagos.
Poppy Currie, s/y 'Free'
Signed up on: Sunday November 18th, 2007
My location is Netsel Marina until next April.
I am a single female sailing alone with the occasional visit from a friend. I met Sam and Aytan in Malta back in early July and then serendipity brought us back together here in Marmaris.
If I were more courageous and experienced I would sail Free alongside Sam to Chagos! All I can say is my heart goes with you to all the oppressed of Chagos.
Kev, Karen, Aidan, Caitriona, s/y 'Nisroc'
Signed up on: Sunday November 18th, 2007
We support Sam and his followers wholeheartedly, and wish him the best of luck on his voyage. Presently at Marmaris and helping get Sam out of here on time, our family has embarked on a live aboard life around the Med then maybe the rest of the world. With injustices such as this on Diego Garcia I'm ashamed to fly the British ensign, but maybe we can show a different side of the British people as we travel. Good luck Sam, Pete and all who sail with you!
Debbie Jolley, s/y 'Gazelle of Itchenor'
Signed up on: Sunday November 18th, 2007
Currently in the UK recovering from a serious illness, I hope to be back in Antigua in 2008 to refit and carry on.
Pete Bouquet, m/v 'Arctic Sunrise'
Signed up on: Sunday November 18th, 2007
We left Canada in early October and now we're in the Mediterranean.
I'd like to join the Arctic Sunrise by way of saying thanks to all the crews I've sailed with over the years and also to all the individuals off the ships too who have given support and followed the Chagossian issue over the years. All the conversations and discussions through the night watches, the mad schemes, the ideas. You've kept me going. Kept me from going totally crazy and held my cynicism in check!
Thanks. Hang in there!
Roger Lovejoy, s/v 'Elf'
Signed up on: Sunday November 18th, 2007
Michal and I took the boat 'Reine Des Flots' to land off the River Tamarm UK, some 42 acres we call ELF. We had intended to follow in Rainbow Warriors wake, but four children later, somewhere to grow veggies and stretch all the legs, was more urgent. Smart job Sam and Ayten and smart website Jamie and Liz. Splice the mainbrace me hearties.
Our link here
Christopher Tracey, s/v 'Mianda'
Signed up on: Friday November 16th, 2007
We are in Turkey, in Yacht Marine, Marmaris. The web-site about my nomadic life is found under this link:
Daily Telegraph article
Sam is upholding a worthy cause and I, as one, support him. Bravo Sam pour ton travail exceptionnel!
Christer Klingwall, s/v 'Lady Jessie'
Signed up on: Thursday November 15th, 2007
Retired accountant, presently a liveaboard on a beautiful sailboat: the
s/y Lady Jessie, a Sweden Yachts 390. Enjoying a cruise around the Med
before starting off on a circumnavigation. Enjoying the Med so much
that the circumnavigation might take some time.
Thanks for the info on the Chagos Island situation. I had remotely
heard about it but it had not really registred before your push. Very
good that you picked this up; it is a shame on the British nation and
something needs to be done.
Jamie and Liz, s/v 'Esper'
Signed up on: Wednesday November 14th, 2007
We met Sam in Marmaris and are full-time liveaboards on our boat, Esper. After discovering Sam's plan over a couple of drinks in the marina bar we agreed to help Sam by designing this website, taking on some PR tasks and generally maintaining communication with Sam as he continues his journey towards the Indian Ocean.
If you are a Facebook member we positively encourage you to join the group 'Justice for Chagossians'. Also we recommend you get a copy of the 'Stealing A Nation' documentary by John Pilger as it is an excellent introduction to the Chagossian problem.
Our website:Follow The Boat >>>
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