at 3:33 you said you wish you had other people to enjoy this place with you. Actualy you had, Barry. At the time I write this 21.000 people have enjoyed this anchorage with you. Without disturbing any one and overcrowding the place. 👍🏻

@gardensofthegods

10 ай бұрын

True and now it's up to 66 , 000 views . But when he was there filming he was filming the area all alone . We can't change that fact and he would have loved to have some people there in person with him because let's face it unless one is using really expensive equipment it's very hard to capture the true beauty of a natural place .

The Chevert was built for Napoleon III's navy between 1850 and 1863. It served as a transport to supply French colonies in the Pacific and Indian Oceans. Its service was primarily in peacetime, never entering into battle. It entered the private merchant service in the early 1870s and in 1875 served William Macleay's scientific expedition to New Guinea, which became known as the Chevert Expedition. It subsequently re-entered the merchant service before being wrecked in a cyclone in 1880. Not yet lost to history, it served as an office and impromptu fortress in Vanuatu: firstly for the English and then for the French. Its final resting place was Port Sandwich, Malekula, Vanuatu. For a relatively small transport ship it attracted many more headlines than its weight might predict. *Barry, this article might throw some light on your mystery graves and obelisk. Hope it helps.*

@rustysteel8714

10 ай бұрын

Thanks Jack. 👍

@kvagg1976

10 ай бұрын

@@rustysteel8714i see ya see dog

@jimfisk4474

10 ай бұрын

Thanks Barry Perrin, interesting and delightful video❤

@brendonnz1964

10 ай бұрын

Thank you for the information you posted

Bro, bread, from Sandwich? Sandwich Bread? You are the only person I have ever known who has purchased authentic sandwich bread. I salute you good sir.

@rickhunt4487

5 ай бұрын

Beautiful place Barry ❤

A moment of silence for Martin Moth.

Forgo fishing might be a good choice, Barry… When Captain Cook was in Malekula on 24th of July 1774, he wrote in his Journals of his second voyage to the Pacific: "…two Red fish about the Size of large Bream … were caught with hook and line of which Most of the officers … dined the next day." Everyone who had eat of the fish got violent pains, scorching heat all over the skin, and could hardly stand anymore. A dog and a hog died of the poisonous fish. Ciguatera - that Pedro Fernández de Quirós had called Pargos when he explored Vanuatu in the 17th century and suffered the same fish poisoning. We recently sailed from the Netherlands to the picturesque town of Whitby, where James Cook did his merchant navy apprenticeship, and also the ships for his voyages to the Pacific Ocean were built. What a journey you made following him to the other side of the globe!

@gardensofthegods

10 ай бұрын

Wow that's a wild story and he needs to know this because he said he does sometimes fish a little bit for food and so the only way he's likely to see this is if you find in this vid or one of his vids , where he has replied to someone and you click on to that and write your reply and he is likely to see what you have written

@gardensofthegods

10 ай бұрын

I know he would have thanked you for that information and when they put their mark here a lot of times content creator is not reading everything people have written because it's impossible for them to read every reply and comment

The marker is probably a triangulation mark. They would fix its position very accurately with sights from a sextant observation and then use it as a known point to draw bearing lines to all the headlands, points, hilltops and other features . The other fixed position could be the anchor position on the ship somewhere in the bay, also by sextant observation. Take cross bearings on headlands and points, hilltops and features etc ... move the ship, take another celestial observation with the sextant again and use that point, plus all the other points you have fixed with your bearings and you weave together a very accurate chart of the island. When I first went to sea some of the old British Admiralty paper charts still had their base chart from the surveys of the 1800's with corrections added over time. They had the date and the survey ship written on the bottom of the BA paper chart HMS Beagle was prolific in chart production . ---- These were the old black and white ones --- works of art.

@timwilkinson2797

10 ай бұрын

Thanks gordon

@dancarter482

10 ай бұрын

Straight away I thought of all the incredibly intrepid surveying expeditions in the Himalayan foothills etc. prior to the first attempts at Everest.

Barry "Indiana Jones" Perrins. Excellent stuff, as always, Barry; thank you.

Hi Barry …. I’m a huge fan and we anchored last night in South West Bay Malakula, to happily wake today after a 15 hr sail from Port Vila, to go to the Nalawun 2day festival on Tuesday & Wed. It was amazing to sight your boat right next to us!!!!!! We are Brent and Karen on SV Vamp - would love to meet you in person. Cheers

I know a dead moth when I see one, and I'm looking at one right now!

So on the first gravestone you said LEIS but it was actually Le 15 Août (15th August 1807) so the date the person died. On the second one, "Rep" would be part of "Repos" (rest) as in Rest in peace. Hope that helps Barry. What a fantastic anchorage you found

Doesn’t matter where you are in the world, the French have been there. Great to see you again Barry. The adventures go on. Stay safe.

@richardo.4982

10 ай бұрын

So has gonorrhea. :)

They are all good, but this is one of your very best Barry. You have got someone to share these places with. There are tens of thousands of us.

Yes, no killing for sport....Thank you for saying that.

Barry you are such a Kind soul. Love you my friend. Such a good ambassador to the world = )

SANTO NEXT Barry , you must CHAMPAGNE BEACH , History beauty.

I’d live there in a NY minute too!!!!!!

I love it when you go poking about on shore (or diving) and the mysteries you find. Thanks for your curiosity and a beautiful video.

If there was a settlement on the island it is probably the cemetry for the local French population at the time. Which would explain the range of dates. It may well be that these French settlers still have relatives on the island who are keeping the graveyard cleared. ????

Nice interesting episode Barry....maybe 200 years from now someone visit the place and finds a grave with a B on it and wonders who that British guy was who..by story of the locals..lived his old days in a nice local house in the small settlement nearbye selling some boat parts to visiting cruising sailors harvest from his old ship..and organising nice bbq's for them telling old sailors stories..😉

@JERZEECOWBOY

10 ай бұрын

Working as a Harbor pilot.

@VanInhalin

10 ай бұрын

annoying the community with a mouth instrument

Thanks for this video Barry... And remember, lots of people are there with you. (safe at home but keeping an eye on you. ;))

RIP Martin Moth, of internet fame and friend of Barry, lest we forget

Connecting dots is a great game.

Great video Barry. I was only a late teenager / early twenty something when I first travelled to the South Pacific in the Merchant Navy. The islands are littered with fascinating customs and history and I am hoping so much that you also visit the Gilbert’s, Solomon Islands and New Britain as I would love to see the changes in 50 years. We used to take manufactured products out from Europe to the South Pacific and bring back bulk copra, bagged cocoa and coffee, coconut oil and palm oil. In particular I found WW2 history everywhere in the S Pacific with live ammunition still lying around in 1978/79 in Tarawa, Honiara and around Rabaul. I always wanted to go back again and spend so much more time there but being 62 this year I don’t really see that happening now.

@pplusbthrust

10 ай бұрын

I have tried a few times to go back to places but was disappointed because of the changes. Sounds like you expect change so perhaps you'll not be unhappy.

You can marinate the fish cut in cubes in vinegar & it will keep a couple of days. Also you can salt the fish fillets & keep for ages just soak for a few hours in water before cooking to remove the saltiness .

Always look forward to your travels captain, you're an inspiration to many who can only dream of the adventures you've done .cheers newzealand

Try drying the extra fish. If you don't like to eat it, use for bait.

Great epsisode Barry. Interesting you mention fishing as I have often wondered why you don't fish considering your way of life. It is clear seeing your Martin the Moth story that you are a very kind hearted soul. From my point of view if you are taking a few fish to eat then that is a more respectful and ethical way of sourcing food than much of the food we would buy in shops or resturants, as you likely have now idea how they have sourced their supplies (i.e the fish you eat in a restaurant or buy at a supermarket could have been caught using drift nets or bottom trawling?). Just a thought. Keep up the good work 👍

@PacTheOne

10 ай бұрын

not being able to store it via freezer means its a lotta work for one meal.. but if there is nothing else to do it might be a good investment of time. But im sure there ALWAYS is something to do for the ol skippa

@tgalbraith2152

10 ай бұрын

Could cut excess fish into strips, salt them and dry out for future use? I learned fishing as a kid, gutting and scaling was just preparing it to show mum and dad. But, I take delight in reading stories of sailors catching fish early in a voyage and getting hammered by the Weather Gods soon after. :)

wow barry what a amazing Video Doc. When i was watching it close to the end i was overwhelmed with a sense of purpose that you must have felt uncovering this as we will all be there at some point. Some people tell me i have to write a book about my life in the music business but yours barry is more important your telling people about history and that is the Golden key in life. love to you mate from the brit in California.

Just found your channel, absolutely amazing! I originally thought for a second it was a trig point. It was a gravestone, love the adventure. Happy sailing

watching and enjoying your videos dreaming about the sailing life from Mexico!! Thank you for the inspiring videos!!

It appears you might be referring to the story of Fernand Legrand and Henri Sidoine, two Frenchmen who were killed and buried on the island of Malakula in the early 1900s. This incident is related to the history of European exploration and interactions in the South Pacific. Fernand Legrand and Henri Sidoine were part of a French expedition that aimed to explore and establish a presence in the South Pacific. They arrived on the island of Malakula (also spelled "Malakula" or "Malekula") in what is now Vanuatu in the early 1900s. The details of their activities and the circumstances of their deaths vary in different accounts, but it is generally understood that they encountered resistance from the local population. The events surrounding their deaths and burials have been a subject of historical interest and study. The island of Malakula has a complex cultural and historical background, with interactions between European explorers, missionaries, and the indigenous populations. If you're interested in learning more about this specific incident or the broader historical context, I recommend consulting historical records, academic sources, or books that focus on the history of the South Pacific and European exploration in the region.

That engine in the water looked like an alison ww2 aero engine to Me

Your sense of curiosity is infectious, you always have time to think about the past, we’ll done Barry!

Another great update from the Old Seadog. I really enjoy your tie in of the local areas you visit to history. Thanks for sharing.

Barry, I need to let you know that Martin Moth would have made a great fishing lure. Inserting a hook onto his fat abdomen and letting him float across the bay may well have paid you back for the care you showed him. Thanks for the video.

Another great episode Barry 👌, keep 'em comming bud & Thank You

Hi Barry, you have had a lot to read about your visit to Sandwich Bay and I hope this is also of use to you. You were in a UNESCO designated site and it's very special. Chief Roi Mata was a historical figure associated with the island of Efate in Vanuatu, a Pacific island nation located in the South Pacific Ocean. He was a paramount chief who lived in the 16th century and is known for his role in uniting several different tribes and clans under his leadership. The story of Chief Roi Mata is a mixture of history and legend, passed down through generations. According to oral tradition, Chief Roi Mata sought to bring stability and peace to the region by forging alliances among the warring factions. He was known for his wise leadership and efforts to maintain harmony among the different groups on Efate. Chief Roi Mata's death is also a significant part of the story. Legend has it that he had two wives, one of whom died before him. As was the custom, Chief Roi Mata's surviving wife was buried with him, along with many of his advisors and attendants, in a large burial site. This was meant to ensure that his leadership and wisdom would continue in the afterlife. The burial site of Chief Roi Mata, known as the Roi Mata Domain, is located near Port Vila, the capital of Vanuatu, on Efate Island. The burial site consists of multiple locations, including the main burial ground and associated sites. These sites are considered culturally and historically significant, reflecting the island's history, social structure, and beliefs. The obelisk you mentioned is part of the Roi Mata Domain. It was erected to commemorate Chief Roi Mata and his efforts to unify the tribes and clans of Efate. The obelisk serves as a tribute to his leadership and the cultural significance of his achievements. In 2008, the Roi Mata Domain was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to its cultural and historical importance. The site provides insights into the pre-colonial social and political dynamics of Vanuatu and the ways in which Chief Roi Mata's legacy has been preserved and celebrated. The stone circle nearby, made up of 24 standing stones, is part of the Chief Roi Mata Domain as well. These standing stones are believed to have ceremonial and ritual significance. They might have been used for various rituals, ceremonies, and gatherings related to Chief Roi Mata's legacy, governance, and religious practices. However, the exact details of their significance and usage have been lost to time and are often subject to interpretation. Overall, Chief Roi Mata's story represents an important part of Vanuatu's cultural heritage and demonstrates the role of leadership, unity, and tradition in the history of the region. The obelisk on Sandwich Bay in Vanuatu serves as a physical marker to honor and remember his contributions.

@intrax2tv

10 ай бұрын

So what's the 47 marking about ?

@CG-cx9fv

10 ай бұрын

Thank you very much for contributing this this little known part of the history of the islands and enhancing Barry's story.

@barrywoods9519

10 ай бұрын

Very interesting. Thank you.

Stay there, Barry. Dont sail back to UK. You will be happy there in a cabin and Shaddy laying on anchor near by🌏😁⛵️

That's a shame about Martin , yes the sad thing about befriending insects is that , in general , they tend not to live very long lives .

Love the Kiwi T Shirt, good memories of your Kiwi experience.

Small Bait and small lures , normally give you small fish .

Great adventure!! Thank you!!

Totally awesome

This was a great walkabout sir! living vicariously from my chair with you in the heat,mud mystery and history. Great comments with amazing history. As they say...one day every grave goes unvisted. Thank you again! capetown

Beautiful episode!!!!! Thank you!!!!

Great episode... !!!

Stunning anchorage, just beautiful. Thanx.

Excellent. ❤

Thankyou for sharing your life with us

Another fantastic video Barry. Thank you

My Grandfathers Boat is like my Grandfathers Axe. It's had a few handles, and the heads been replaced..

Great video! Its always nice to see a new one from you Barry!

This is always so interesting thank you Sir Captain Barry.

tyvm Barry always enjoy ur videos since day 1

Thank you again for a great video 🙏

Thank You

Very cool Barry 😎

Barry very interesting tale, thanks for sharing!!!

Coffee on and chill

Love all the dirt roads and forest, gorgeous anchorage

Thanks for sharing! Quite an interesting story.

Nice to see your kiwi tea shirt. You haven't forgotten us quiet yet. Stay safe and get somewhere reliable before hurricane season. You also need to do some long range weather watch stuff as we are getting a new system in our part of the world.

Awesome Barry, fair winds my friend.

As always, I love your videos. Always interesting. Stay well and happy. ⛵🏝️

Thanks Barry. Chni chin mate. Always enjoyable

Good job paying your respects, and we all got to help. Fare the well brothers!

A bit of history from Wikipedia confirms a french presence in the late 18th century: "Malakula was inhabited for centuries by the Ni-Vanuatu people before Europeans encountered it. The first Europeans to sight the island were the members of the Spanish expedition of Pedro Fernández de Quirós, in 1606.[2] After being visited in 1774 by Captain James Cook, on his second voyage to the Pacific, the islands were colonised in the late 18th century by both the British and the French, eventually becoming a condominion called in English the New Hebrides. In 1914 and 1915 the British anthropologist John Layard lived on Malakula, doing anthropological fieldwork, taking notes, making phonographic records, and taking more than 400 photographs. When he returned to Britain, he donated copies of his photographs on plates to the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, at Cambridge." "Malakula has a maximum elevation of 879 m. Its peak is called Mt. Liambele. In 1768, Louis Antoine de Bougainville gave his name to the straits that separate Malakula from Santo."

@gardensofthegods

10 ай бұрын

There's also a red fish in that area that is poisonous and somebody told a story of Captain Cook and his men becoming very ill with sharp stomach pain and burning heat on their skin all over their bodies from that fish and that it killed a pig and a dog who partook of the meal .

Thank you old sea dog always very interesting 🤔

Enjoying your sailing ⛵️ sailboat video! Mike from Missouri

Hold fast , and thank you for the show. 👍🍻

great spot Barry. Sorry about Martin ;)

Thank you.

Thanks

absolutely fabulous !! thanks Barry. I actually now want to sail there 👍😜

Beautiful scenery! Very interesting video!

Well done, Barry.

Great video Barry , look forward to your next one with interesting facts and scenery , stay safe

💪🏽 your episodes are getting better and better

It is a good and nice thing to remember and contemplate the lives of those lost souls who have been here before us, in a lonely but beautiful place. I hope someone out there can shed some light on their contribution to humanity! Such a beautiful place, it would be nice to be able to share it with a companion but of course Barry, you are sharing it with all of us, your "watchers". All the best from a wet and windy Kerry, in our worst summer for a 100 years! SkipRay.

collect some of them rocks from the waterfalls god bless ya brother

NICE!

Barry, I completely sympathize with you on the fishing aspect. Growing up on the water, sailing and fishing as a young man, Now as an older dude, I have fishing gear that I never use. If I'm in danger of starvation I'll fish. Until then... Let the fish live.

I also tried to find info about the graves on the island. All I could find was around early 1900s there were British, French, Christian missionaries. Also those people were cannibals at one time. They would eat someone who stole their women or tried to fight with them. I'm glad you do neither lol. ❤

You're still The BEST, Barry !!!

Great video again Capitan. I spent a few hours digging around the interwebs searching for any story about the graves but came up empty like you did. Found out a lot about the terrible history of colonialism in the Islands though. Such a beautiful place. Can't wait to see where you go next. Fair winds.

My condolences for Martin.

Great videos, Skipper. I enjoy your channel very much. I gave up ocean sailing after our last major hurricane 6 years ago and bought an organic banana farm high on a rainforest mountain where I can see both the Caribbean and Atlantic ocean from my vantage. Stay safe, my friend.

ill live with you there

Vanuatu and Pacific Islands adore Lister power plants for many reasons

Legend ❤

"I find no joy in killing an animal." Bravo man! I sailed around the world alone too. Never fished... It's despicable ( and cowardly) to be in some else's world and hide hooks in their food, to torture and kill them...

@limirl

10 ай бұрын

Ridiculous comment, it's called hunting to eat no different from what our ancestors did. How is going to the store and buying chicken or beef any different, you're just ignoring that someone else did the killing part and served it up to you. What torturing are you on about...

@rwess

10 ай бұрын

Think a little. Don't let your taste buds or past human behavior do your thinking and talking. When I was sailing, Mahi-Mahi would follow the boat within a few feet just like dolphins play at the bow - easy pickings. Only a coward would feed them and hide hooks in their food. (For some reason we stopped doing it to the dolphins, or shooting exploding spears into whales, etc.) But you're right about one thing: What we do to chickens, pigs, cows is worse. I could go on and on. (I'm a sentiocentrist and 30-year vegan.) - Just think about it for yourself... I don't expect to convert anyone. I just think old Barry is on the right track...

@gardensofthegods

10 ай бұрын

@@rwess yes I don't like fishing either . As a woman I did go fishing once or twice but did not enjoy it . My son is a hunter and I do respect that because he's never going to give up being a meat eater and at least he respects the food he's eating .

I love you man!!! You're absolutely blessed! I've been following you since you left Hawaii and I've watched every video before that. I've gotta say that you are the absolute definition of hard work, happy and blessed! Amazing 👏!!!! I wish I was with you to experience your journey across the world!!!!! I hope you never forget your home and realize how lucky you are!!!

gg man i did the turn of the world by planes, but u inspire me by the water and that's insane, ur adventure is insane i respect u as hell

I'm like you Barry I love trying to find the historical places and artifacts that tells a story of days long ago, another very interesting and entertaining video keep up the great work and wear some bug spray 😉

You had me at 25 dead sailors 🤪

Yes I worked in several countries in Africa used to tie my cloths and boots in plastic bags because of the scorpions and snakes

Hello I just found your channel, it’s fantastic

👍

Where you read LELSAOUT 1807 - rather, this is probably “Le 15 Août 1807” i.e. The 15 August 1807.

Found the photograph disturbing myself.