American Maritime Partnership (AMP) announced yesterday it is honoring Oscar-winning actor Tom Hanks with the American Maritime Hero Award. The award recognizes individuals or groups of individuals who have added to the rich heritage of the U.S. as a maritime nation through their professional contributions, courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities.
Hanks has drawn global attention to the bravery of maritime heroes by starring in the film “Captain Phillips,” narrating the documentary...
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