Australian music teacher stows away disguised as boy aboard tall ship
Jeanne Day, a 22-year-old Australian music teacher, stowed away aboard the German-built tall ship Herzogin Cecilie in 1928 by disguising herself as a boy. The ship discovered her three days at sea but continued to England, where her story made international headlines. Women now comprise only 1-2 percent of global seafarers, though Day's determination continues inspiring maritime workers today.
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Published 31 Jul 2026, 20:30 UTC · Updated 31 Jul 2026, 20:40 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: ABC News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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