Admiral Bligh and a Cornish Village
Ian whitehouse
- Regions:
- Cornwall, Devon
- Notice Period:
- Short (maybe less than one month's notice)
- Type:
- Hobby / Charity
- Fee:
- Paid: I usually request a donation (£50 - £75) to St Petrocs - a Charity for the Cornish homeless.
- Category:
- History
- Updated:
- 2nd November 2026
Takes as its starting point the famous (or infamous) Admiral William Bligh of the Bounty. He i s commemorated in St Tudy Church, a small village with a surprising number of naval connections - four admirals, two commanders, a Trafalgar veteran, an early submarine pioneer and more. The talk covers the Anglo Saxon origins of the Royal Navy, the two men’s contrasting careers, Bligh’s amazing 4,000 mile open boat voyage that followed the infamous mutiny and then addresses life in the 18thC Royal Navy - busting some myths along the way. 40 min duration.
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Served in the Royal Navy for 22 years, 1970 - 1992, commanded two submarines - a conventional diesel electric boat and a nuclear powered ‘Hunter-Killer’ submarine. I have a long standing interest in all things historical and maritime related.
TESTIMONIALS:
Camelford WI - Ian gave us a fascinating insight into submarine history and the workings of submarines. He gave us a real feeling for life underwater, speaking clearly and with enthusiasm of his chosen career. Recommended.
Torpoint U3A -
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