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JOHN PAUL DEJORIA II

With help from supporters like you and John Paul DeJoria’s Peace, Love, & Happiness Foundation, The Captain Paul Watson Foundation has acquired its first ship: The John Paul DeJoria.

The John Paul DeJoria is a 72-meter former Scottish Fisheries Patrol vessel equipped to stop whaling vessels in the high seas using modern technology and a passionate and committed crew.

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MEET THE CREW! Andy Johnson, from the West Coast, USA, is a drone pilot and photographer on the John Paul DeJoria, joining when the ship was docked in Hull. In addition to his work in the media department, he also does watches in the engine room.
“We go where others fear to go, no matter how hostile or remote the seas, no matter how formidable the opposition because if we don't, life in the seas dies and if the ocean dies, we die.” —Captain Paul Watson Nothing is possible
MEET THE CREW! Dan Binyon, from the South West of England in the UK, is Captain of the M/Y John Paul DeJoria. He initially joined as Chief Mate when the ship was docked in Hull, and throughout Operation Paiakan. For Operation Bloody Fjords, Dan wa
⚠️UPDATE⚠️ As the John Paul DeJoria responded to a sighting of a pod of pilot whales, two Faroese Coast Guard vessels began a chase - even deploying a RIB with a 14-person boarding party. All attempts to board have failed so far. 📸: Simon Ager/C
‼️A POTENTIAL GRIND MAY BE UNDERWAY‼️ Pilot whales have been spotted, and a grind may be called soon. The John Paul DeJoria is headed toward them to ensure their survival, with Faroese authorities nearby. Stay tuned for more updates. 📸: Simon Age