The Joshua Slocum Society, the Seamen's Church Institute of New York and New Jersey, Sea Magazine, St. Croix Avis, New York Times,New York Times, "Sailor Makes Solo Voyage Around Globe". New York, N.Y.: June 10, 1992. p. D.20New York Times, "Hoping a Trip Helps Young Find Compass" New York, N.Y.:Sep 24, 1989. p. A.26 among many others,Bay State Banner, "Pair Of Black Sailors Recall Trials Of Solo Sea Voyages". Boston, Massachusetts.:June 18, 1992. Vol. 27, Iss. 39, p. 1 all acknowledge his accomplishment. The Legislature of the Virgin Islands has also declared a resolution to preserve his contribution to the history of Virgin Islands maritime culture and world sailing.
