Statements (28)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
naval tradition
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| gptkbp:alsoKnownAs |
crossing the line ceremony
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| gptkbp:criticizedFor |
potential for abuse
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| gptkbp:date |
16th century
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| gptkbp:features |
gptkb:King_Neptune
gptkb:Queen_Amphitrite theatrical performances costumes mock trials dunking in water |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
line-crossing ceremony
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| gptkbp:mayInclude |
pranks
hazing physical challenges |
| gptkbp:originatedIn |
European navies
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| gptkbp:practicedIn |
naval personnel
military ships merchant mariners navies worldwide |
| gptkbp:purpose |
initiation ritual for sailors crossing the Equator for the first time
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| gptkbp:relatedCeremony |
Blue Nose ceremony
Golden Dragon ceremony Order of the Shellback |
| gptkbp:relatedTo |
gptkb:Equator
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| gptkbp:subjectOf |
naval folklore
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| gptkbp:symbolizes |
transition from novice to experienced sailor
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Equator_crossing_ceremony
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
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