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What a ship's crew does after an undamaging battle

Even when a ship takes no damage or casualties, food, sleep, and a modest celebration help the crew recover from action.

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Question

What would a Second World War ship's crew do after a battle in which the ship was undamaged and nobody was hurt?

Short answer

They would eat, sleep, and have some form of celebration, with alcohol or ice cream given as examples.

Notes

Food and sleep would be the usual priorities after a battle without damage or injuries. Some celebration would also be expected. Alcohol is suggested for a Royal Navy crew, while ice cream is the American example.