A THUNDER BOX is a style of toilet that was used on old ships and before the toilet bowl became a standard fitting. It was a piece of wood or metal framework that is positioned over the side of the vessel with a hole in it, so that all may conduct their toiletry business without messing around with buckets afterwards.
The more modern version came with an awning and even some canvas sides to provide a measure of privacy whilst one conducted their business
The reason for its name is that should you time your seating wrongly a thunderous roar will occur as the sea rushes up your behind. Of course, this style of toilet went out of style at least a hundred years ago, as cabins and toilets became standard fittings internally.
I am though thinking of marketing this old style of toilet facility to Costa Cruises as a permanent feature on their vessels.
Anybody wish to invest some money in this scheme? It is a sure winner.
This is NOT Sp*m.............