Today, these certificates are highly prized by veterans. They represent resilience, camaraderie, and the shared hardship of life at sea. Whether you are a "Lowly Pollywog" or a "Trusty Shellback," the certificate remains one of the most enduring symbols of maritime culture.
Given under my hand this day,
at Latitude 00° 00' 0" and Longitude [Insert Longitude], crossing the line certificate
14 April 2026 PREPARED BY: Office of Naval Traditions & Morale SUBJECT: Verification and issuance of the “Crossing the Line Certificate” Today, these certificates are highly prized by veterans
DOMAIN OF THE GOLDEN DRAGON / ORDER OF THE SHELLBACK (Or simply: INTERNATIONAL DATE LINE CROSSING CERTIFICATE) crossing the line certificate
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