LISHMAN, Douglas John
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Known as:
Doug
Rank:
Marine
Unit / Base:
48RM Commando
Regiment/Corps:
Royal Marines
Service:
Royal Navy
Born:
Friday, September 14, 1923
Birthplace:
Birmingham
Died :
Wednesday, December 21, 1994
Place died:
Forsbrook, Staffordshire
Age:
71
Douglas Lishman served in 48 Royal Marine Commando and took part in the Walcheren Island landing in Holland. Post war he played footbal for Arsenal FC, was their top goalscorer for five seasons running from 1951 to 1955, and helped Arsenal win the Division One title in 1953. He transferred to Nottingham Forest in 1956.
Sources
1985 list of 48RM Commando veterans in gallery.
Arsenal FC website historical.
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