Russell was interviewed at the age of 93, when he talked about his large extended family of fishermen. He gives colourful accounts of Dagger Lane’s (lower North Street) reputation. He recalls his merchant navy career and touches on local politics. His wife Annie mentions their wedding at the then Maldon Registry Office; they were one of the last couples to be married there in 1969.

Pitt, Russell

(1925–2021) Interviewed June 2018.

Russell was interviewed at the age of 93, when he talked about his large extended family of fishermen. He gives colourful accounts of Dagger Lane’s (lower North Street) reputation. He recalls his merchant navy career and touches on local politics. His wife Annie mentions their wedding at the then Maldon Registry Office; they were one of the last couples to be married there in 1969.