Video recording of an interview with Lindy Henderson, Nellie MacQueen and Charlotte MacLean at the MacKintosh Centre, Mallaig, on 2 October 2008. Lindy recalls shops in Mallaig which have now closed, then talks about how fishing has changed since she was young. The ladies examine a can of dried egg and discuss it and rationing of food during World War 2. Charlotte and Nellie talk about working in the aluminium factory at Fort William during the war. Lindy recalls wartime in Mallaig, restrictions of movement and presence of military personnel. Length 43 mins. Interviewers: Jill de Fresnes and Bridget Willoughby

Year made: 2008

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