[ Rum is basically the only liquor they've been rationed during their entire expedition aboard Terror and Erebus, save for during their first year when at the occasional Officer's supper they might be lucky enough to get offered a taste of gin or whiskey or wine. Then, once rations had begun dwindling dangerously low, some of the Officers lowered or gave up their own rum rations to extend how long it'd last for the rest of the men.
So, Irving would certainly drink rum, but he'd much rather fancy a change if he can get one. ]
Something strong. [ He dusts some snow from his hair as they approach the pub entrance. ] That's all I'm after.
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So, Irving would certainly drink rum, but he'd much rather fancy a change if he can get one. ]
Something strong. [ He dusts some snow from his hair as they approach the pub entrance. ] That's all I'm after.