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Record 1 2005-01-11

English

Subject field(s)
  • Ceremonial and Traditions (Military)
DEF

An expression used by sailors as a means of getting an unauthorized drink.

OBS

According to legend, Lord Nelson's body was brought back to England in a casket of spirits. Sailors desperate for a drink were supposedly sneaking in to take their daily ration.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Cérémonial et traditions (Militaire)
OBS

Après sa mort, l'amiral Nelson est ramené jusqu'en Angleterre, dans un cercueil rempli d'une certaine quantité d'alcool pour préserver la dépouille. Au cours de la traversée, certains marins auraient eu tendance à aller prendre leur rasade quotidienne à même le cercueil.

Spanish

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