Oguri Tadamasa
Censor of the Japanese delegation; third-ranking in authority. Lord of Bungo.
February 23, 1860
U.S.S Powhatan; Pacific Ocean
Today there was a celebration on the U.S.S Powhatan in honor of the birthday of the first American President, George Washington. The Americans decorated and there were many different western foods and drinks all over the ship. Everyone enjoyed the celebration including my fellow Japanese onboard. It was a pleasant day until misfortune struck and a storm began and caused the boat to rock. The rocking of the boat was so fierce, that I became horribly sea sick. Even as I slept later that night, I could not escape the howling of the storm. I hope the sea can remain calm until we reach San Francisco.
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sorry to hear about the storm it sounds pretty dangerous, I myself was very sea sick.
ReplyDeleteIndeed. I do hope that the Japanese delegation will listen to my suggestions in the near future.
ReplyDeleteMy friends, who are crewmembers of the USS Powhatan, also become very seasick from the storm. Hope you feel better now!
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