I was a US Civilian Mariner (aka merchant marine) for 16 years or so and a licensed officer for the last 4 years. I recently changed professions due to a welcome addition to my family that I can't bear to leave for months at a time! I'm not here to tell you the Ever Given situation isn't meaningful, I think it is. What I can do is tell you what it's like to live and work in the industry, share my training and experience with large ocean going vessels. Basically I'd like to help dispel nonsense so we can all get to the truth and look good doing it!
I just got off work and I'm starting my weekend, so I'll be back to answer any questions after a good sleep.
A faggot is defined as a bundle of sticks. The British slang for cigarette follows. As does the pejorative for gay guy - a bundle of sticks haha.
The first time I encountered the word faggot associated with sticks was when reading "The Island of Dr. Moreau" in grade school. I got the book off my grandfathers bookshelf when he died in 1972.
Its also British meat loaf, made by Brain's of Towchester. Brain's Faggots 12 pack.