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This Autobiography Of John L. Bates Depicts His Life Experiences From The 1930S To The Early Twenty-First Century. It Is Intended Primarily For His Descendants Who May Be Interested In The Trials Failures Aspirations And Successes Of Their Ancestor. It May Also Be Of Interest To Those Who Recognise That Reward Is Not A Right But The Result Of Dedication And Effort. It Will Describe The Foundation And Subsequent Personal Development That His Life At Sea Family Responsibilities And Struggles In Political Manoeuvring To Reach Business Recognition And Success All Led To The Creation And Development Of His Own Successful Corporate Identity.