Yankee Jack

John Short (‘Yankee Jack’) came into prominence as ‘father’ of sea shanties. Born locally in 1839, he first went to sea from Watchet as a lad ..

Yankee Jack

 

The wind don’t bother

Yankee Jack

He’s stone cold sober

but he's high on crack ..

 

 

 

Author's Note

Reviews

[Fabian G. Franklin]

Being unfamiliar with the subject matter I ventured into a bit of study on him. He certainly was a force of nature; living into his nineties and surviving all the adventures over the course of his life. I saw the statue in Watchet in his honor. An interesting piece. I enjoyed learning something new from you today. Thanks.

[Neville]

glad to be of service .. and just a stones throw from my front door .. thank you FGF ...... N :)

[lightsong]

I learned a new thing today. I like this little "Yankee Jack" poem, it's like You wrote a mountain in four lines :> I noticed You write a lot about the sea and ocean. I think You are a sailor in the spirit.

[Neville]

thank you dear G Girl .. I would like to think part of me is of the sea .. My Father was a boat builder x

[JE Falcon]

LOL, that caught me by surprise!

[Neville]

I am not @ all surprised .. cheers JE .. N :)

[Patricia Wedel]

"Jimmy Crack Corn... and I don't Care... the Master has gone away and won't be back.". Wild and Care-free... like a Kitten up a Tree. gently, Pat

[Neville]

thank you Pat for indulging me & this little bit o silliness ... gently & smoothe always does it for me ............................................. they dont call me 'Feather' for nothing :) x