Alan Villiers Film Collection - Sailorman: 1940s

The clip Sailorman offers a vivid look into the maritime world of Alan Villiers, renowned sailor, writer, and filmmaker. Opening with a tall ship cutting through open water, the footage immediately transports viewers to the age of sail. Villiers’ dual perspective as seafarer and storyteller brings authenticity to every scene - from storm-tossed decks to quiet moments of navigation by starlight. His narration ties it all together, capturing the adventure, resilience, and camaraderie that defined life at sea.

Credit: Alan Villiers Film Collection - Sailorman (Excerpt) / Private Collection / © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London / Bridgeman Images

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