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1. Alfred William Thomas interview – Elder Dempster

   Alfred William Thomas was an engineering with Elder Dempster in the early part of the twentieth century, read the account of his experiences with the company.

2. 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.

3. What our students have to say about studying English

   What students of English have to say about the course

4. Denis Kelly interview – Elder Dempster

   Denis Kelly worked in the marketing department for Elder Dempster Lines. Find out more about Denis's experiences by listening to his interview.

5. Centre for Port and Maritime History Projects and Exhibitions

   LJMU’s CPMH members have contributed to or curated several exhibitions and are currently involved in exciting new and inter-disciplinary projects, including one centred on the Battle of the Atlantic 80th Anniversary Celebrations.

6. Research Institute for Literature and Cultural History 2023/2024 seminars

   Research Institute for Literature and Cultural History 2023/2024 seminars

7. Ian Walker interview

   Ian Walker was a Fourth Engineer for Elder Dempster Lines. Listen to Ian Walker's interview.

8. Making your undergraduate application - International students

   Find out more information about the application process for undergraduate study with us.

9. 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.

10. Early modern studies

    Explore early modern studies within the Research Institute of English and Cultural History.