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  1. Brian McManus interview – Elder Dempster

    Brian McManus joined Elder Dempster Lines as a second officer and made his way up the ranks to master. Find out more about Brian's experiences onboard the ships by listening to his interview.

  2. Barry Fowler interview – Elder Dempster

    Barry Fowler joined King Edward the Seventh Nautical College, London in May 1952. Barry spent four years as an apprentice and eventually rose to the position of captain at Elder Dempster Lines.

  3. About the Elder Dempster project

    The Homeward Bound: A Liverpool-West Africa Heritage Project documents the lives and memories of Elder Dempster’s seafaring and office staff. As part of the project, we recorded 25 oral testimonies.

  4. The history of Elder Dempster Lines

    Read more about the history of Elder Dempster Lines - the largest UK shipping group between Western Europe and West Africa from the late-nineteenth century to the 1980s.

  5. Timeline – Elder Dempster

    Browse through the dates on the Elder Dempster timeline to learn more about the history of the Elder Dempster Lines shipping company.

  7. Employers

    Welcome to our guide for placement providers.

  8. Why publish your work?

    Find out how not only does having your work published help other nurses, but its influence also spreads amongst other health care professionals.

  9. Benefits

    Explore the benefits available to students at Liverpool John Moores University, including financial support and advice.

  10. What to do in a crisis

    In a crisis? Get urgent help with 24/7 mental health support, emergency services, or specialised crisis lines. Immediate support options are listed here for your safety.