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Posted By: GUEST,Mr Kimbo
27-Mar-12 - 07:13 PM
Thread Name: Origins: Who was Somerville in Warlike Seamen?
Subject: Origins: Who was Somerville in Warlike Seamen?

Just been enjoying the Coppers singing the Warlike Seamen. Does anyone know who the Irish Captain in the song, Somerville was, or what action the song is based on? Thanks.