What was Equiano's Attitude Regarding His Life in the British Navy?"

The following is an essay for my English 1 course.

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     Olauda Equiano, or Gustavus Vassa, was a slave. Stolen from Africa at a very young age, he was bought by an officer in the British Navy. He was taken aboard ships, and was taught the sailor's way of life, which he quickly became accustomed to.
     I do believe that it is safe to say that Equiano loved life at sea. At first, he was terrified of the white man, and shuddered in fear at his every move. Life at sea, surrounded by Europeans, quickly cured him of this. He began to learn the ways of the British Navy, and even called himself, 'contented', with their way of life. After participating in a battle against the French, (something he'd longed for for a very long time), and happily escaping all harm, and danger, Equiano described himself as, 'happy', 'comfortable', and other things.
     Equiano's attitude was very positive regarding his life in the British Navy. He was well fed, well treated, and very contented with his life. His master was kind, and the Europeans aboard the ships were as well. He kept this positive attitude until he was unexpectedly sold by his master.