Former sailor celebrates his 102nd birthday with gifts from ferry operator
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Former sailor celebrates 102nd birthday with special ferry visit

CalMac staff gave Skye-based Donald MacAskill a captain's hat and uniform to celebrate his birthday.

A retired seaman celebrated his 102nd birthday back on board and was presented with a captain’s hat and uniform by a ferry operator. More
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