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Photograph of Derek Denny outside the entrance to the Doxford Works

Derek Denny

Derek belongs to: The Doxford Engine Friends Association

Derek served an apprenticeship at North East Marine before going to sea. He returned to work in the Doxford Drawing Office then transferred to the Technical Office. He worked there until engine building stopped and moved to the Installation Drawing Office in the shipyard until it closed.

Derek was interviewed by Carl Greenwood on 26 January 2005. The interview took place at Sunderland Museum and lasted 24 minutes and 47 seconds.

Group of men standing in front of a red brick building with an archway and gate
Visit to the Doxford yard

Visit to the Doxford yard

Members of the Doxford Engine Friends Association standing outside the main gate to the Doxford Engine Works.

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