Record #:

7579

Author(s):

Gray, Shawn; Couch, Danny; Price, Noah

Abstract:

Ulysses S. “Lish” Midgett was born in Chicamacomico on Hatteras Island. At the age of 91, he is one of the last remaining surfmen of the original United States Lifesaving Service. In this SEA CHEST interview, Midgett recounts his years of service.

Source:

Sea Chest (NoCar F 262 D2 S42), Vol. 4 Issue 2, Winter 1977, p20-21, por

Subject(s):

Midgett, Ulysses S., abt. 1888-1920; Lifeguards--Outer Banks