At breakfast time on Sunday morning, December 7, 1941, Dorie Miller was serving coffee aboard the battleship West Virginia. Dorie was a Negro, and the highest job to which he could then aspire in the U.S. Navy was that of a mess man. While Dorie was technically a member of a great flight fleet, he was not expected to fight. Most Army and Navy officers inveighed against the Negro as a fighting man. Although Negroes were nettled by such overt prejudice, Dorie mess hall servant. Now, as he poured the coffee, Dorie was wondering why the airplanes above were making so much noise on a peaceful Sunday morning.
- aboard
- aboard the battleship
- aspire
- mess man
- fleet
- inveighed
- inveighed against
- nettled
- overt
- mess hall servant
- poured
- wondering
The Redemption of a Servant
Aboard the battleship “The Vanguard,” a young man named Ethan aspired to rise above his humble position as a mess man. He longed to be part of the esteemed fleet and make a name for himself. However, his dreams seemed distant, overshadowed by the daily toil and the constant criticisms he faced.
The officers on the ship often inveighed against Ethan, belittling his efforts and underestimating his potential. Their words nettled him, but he refused to let their negativity consume him. Deep within, he harbored an overt determination to prove his worth.
Ethan’s days were spent tirelessly serving in the mess hall, pouring drinks, and cleaning tables. But his mind was always wondering, contemplating ways to showcase his skills and make a lasting impact. He knew that his calling went beyond being a mere mess hall servant.
One fateful day, as the battleship sailed through treacherous waters, disaster struck. The ship was ambushed by enemy forces, and chaos ensued. Amidst the turmoil, Ethan’s true potential was unleashed. With quick thinking and unwavering bravery, he took charge and led the crew to defend the ship.
His actions caught the attention of the commanding officers, who witnessed his courage and resourcefulness. They realized that they had underestimated the young mess man. In a surprising turn of events, Ethan was given a chance to prove himself on a grander scale.
Elevated from his role as a mess hall servant, Ethan was entrusted with more significant responsibilities. He became an integral part of the ship’s operations, utilizing his skills and knowledge to support the crew. The officers recognized his potential and mentored him, guiding him toward a path of growth and success.
As the battleship continued its journey, Ethan’s transformation became evident to all. He had turned adversity into opportunity, rising above the limitations that had once held him back. His dedication and perseverance had earned him the respect of his fellow crew members and the admiration of the officers.
“The Redemption of a Servant” tells the story of an individual who defied expectations and overcame obstacles to fulfill his aspirations. It serves as a reminder that true potential lies within, waiting to be discovered and unleashed. May we never underestimate the power of determination and the resilience of the human spirit.
- aboard – di atas kapal
- aspire – bercita-cita
- mess man – karyawan mess
- fleet – armada
- inveighed – mengkritik dengan keras
- inveighed against – mengkritik dengan keras terhadap
- nettled – terganggu
- overt – terbuka
- mess hall servant – pelayan ruang makan
- poured – menuangkan
- wondering – bertanya-tanya
- treacherous – berkhianat
- defy – menantang
- unleashed – melepaskan
- determination – determinasi
- resilience – ketahanan
