Michael James Nugent

Following a long career in Public Service, Michael James Nugent developed a long held interest in the Great War when he started to research his family history. From this unexceptional beginning came in-depth research into the Battle of Festubert, May 1915 and other areas of the Great War of which little has been brought to public attention. He manages a research business – WW1ResearchIE - Ireland which researches the military service of those predominantly serving with Irish Regiments for relatives, and has carried out comprehensive research projects for local authorities and local community groups. The author of 'It was an Awful Sunday. The 2nd Battalion Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers at the Battle of Festubert, 15-17 May 1915', he is a Trustee of the Inniskillings Museum, a member of the Western Front Association and an associate member of History Hub Ulster. Married with two daughters, he lives in County Antrim, enjoys a fine Irish Whiskey and is an avid follower of Ulster Rugby.