After I saw the above book on your list, I had to look it up because I love stuff like that; got it on Kindle, reading it now, LOVING it, thanks!
Boatswain = BO-zun or BO-sun.
I am reading way too many books at the same time (and not finishing some of them) and I did read a bunch this year but didn't list any; you guys are motivating, here!