Comment by tokai
She started working at the age of 8. Which we both know from reading the article.
She started working at the age of 8. Which we both know from reading the article.
There are many small tasks to be performed on a lobstering boat, especially back in 1929. An 8 yo could absolutely perform many of them.
But sure, it's highly likely that she headed out with a parent or older sibling initially. This doesn't seem controversial or worth making quibbly points over.
I doubt she could do much at eight either. Maybe tie some knots.