Mr Lionel Taggart was born in Douglas in 1922. He was brought up and schooled in the town before joining the Royal Navy, where he trained upon The Caledonia. In this interview, which is conducted by Elizabeth Ardern-Corris, Mr Taggart discusses many topics of interest including his life on board Navy ships, training as a submarine dector and his travels throughout the world.
- Douglas
- Royal Navy
- World War II
- Submarine
- The Quilliam
- Nicknames
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Ballakermeen
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Interview with Mr Lionel Taggart
Douglas
Royal Navy
World War II
Submarine
The Quilliam
Nicknames
Ballakermeen
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