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Commander Charles Herbert Lightoller, DSC & Bar, RD, RNR (30 March 1874 – 8 December 1952) was a British mariner and naval officer who was the second officer on board the RMS Titanic.
Learn about the incredible story of Charles Lightoller, who survived the Titanic disaster and later rescued soldiers from the shores of Dunkirk. Discover his early life, career, and challenges at sea in this comprehensive article.
Learn about the life and career of Charles Herbert Lightoller, who served as Second Officer on the Titanic and survived the disaster. Read about his early sea adventures, his marriage, his promotion and his role on the night of the collision.
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- Netley Abbey, Hampshire, England
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Learn about the extraordinary life of Charles Lightoller, who witnessed the sinking of Titanic and the evacuation of Dunkirk. From his adventures in Rio, India, Canada and Africa, to his role as a Second Officer on the ill-fated liner, Lightoller had a remarkable career at sea.
Jun 22, 2005 · Charles Herbert Lightoller was born on March 30, 1874, to Frederick James Lightoller and Sarah Jane Widdows Lightoller in Chorley, Lancashire. He was the youngest of five children, and the second son. His mother died of scarlet fever after he was born, followed by two of his siblings, Richard Ashton and Caroline Mary.
In this detailed narration, Charles Lightoller, the Second Officer of the Titanic gives his account of the Titanic's maiden voyage and sinking. As one of the...
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Jun 15, 2018 · Learn about the remarkable life of Charles Lightoller, who survived the sinking of the Titanic, World War I, and World War II. He was a naval officer, a ship captain, and a rescuer of soldiers at Dunkirk.
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