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On board ship, eight bells signified the end of one watch and the beginning of another. Watches were four hours long, and time was kept with a half-hour glass. When the glass was turned, the bell was rung. At eight bells the watch changed.



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We invite all MMA graduates to join the new Online Community created exclusively for MMA alumni. Connect with old friends, advertise your business or products, and search among the many job opportunities we post daily on the Career Center. Registration is quick and easy and we encourage you to join today!


Fall 2011 Issue

 


MMA's Homecoming Weekend 2011!


Current News

Attention alumni interested in joining the May 2012 Ireland Study program. Find more information here.

Recently Released Books By Alumni Authors ~ MMA Bookstore 207-326-2430

Richard O'Leary '54 ~ One With The Sea
George Grimes '65 ~ Water Under The Keel

United States Merchant Marine Commemorative Stamps

Opening Remarks by Gregory Williams '79 at USPS Unveiling Ceremony


 


MMA Alumni Association
Castine, ME 04420
(207) 326-2337
Toll Free in Maine
1-800-464-6565
Toll Free Outside Maine
1-800-227-8465
alumni@mma.edu

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