Episode 12
Samuel Plimsoll: The Sailor's Friend
Samuel Plimsoll: The Sailor's Friend
Season: 5 Episode: 12
Samuel Plimsoll was a British politician and social reformer who lived from 1824 to 1898. He is primarily remembered for his efforts to improve the safety of seafaring vessels and the conditions of sailors during the 19th century.
CAST
Samuel Plimsoll - Molly Jefferies
Vanity Fair Article - Sam Roberts
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SOURCES
Belfast Weekly News - Saturday 13 September 1890
Penrith Observer - Tuesday 07 June 1898
Kingswood history Society
National Museums Liverpool
UK Parliament
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