Captain Tom Stapleton is a seasoned maritime professional and a passionate storyteller. A 1968 graduate of the California Maritime Academy, he spent a decade sailing merchant ships and a further 22 years as Master, navigating the globe. Notably, he pioneered the installation of the first mini-computers on American container and break bulk vessels and developed the first computer software for merchant ships. A proud veteran, he served 30 years in the Naval Reserve and nine years in Army Watercraft, retiring as a Colonel. Today, he enjoys capturing his adventures with his wife, Martha, across the USA and on cruises through photography and Youtube videos.