Ian Waugh – British Broadcaster, Historian and Author
Ian Waugh is a British broadcaster, historian and author best known for his extensive work in British social history. His career spans decades of media, research and preservation of overlooked stories from 1750 to 1950.
Highlights of Ian Waugh’s Work
- Broadcasting Career: Ian has worked with radio and television stations across the UK, Africa, and Europe. His credits include British independent stations, the BBC, and state broadcasters in Zimbabwe, Malta, and Namibia.
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“Nuff Said” by Will Clough. Emily Rourke’s – Edwardian Art Album Collection (click the image). Part of my achive online here . “Nuff Said” by Will Clough. Emily Rourke’s – Edwardian Art Album Collection (click the image). Part of my achive online here . Historical Research: Ian is passionate about preserving the lives and stories of ordinary people through historical documents, photographs and personal records. His research is reflected in the Ian Waugh archive and Old British News, an independent archive of British newspaper articles from 1750 to 1950.
- Notable Works: Ian is a recognised authority on the story of John “Babbacombe” Lee, known as “The Man They Couldn’t Hang”, and continues to explore forgotten cases that shaped public understanding.
- Personal Background: Ian was born in Dorset in 1954 and moved to Devon with his family at the age of three. His Devonian roots trace back to the 1500s, shaping much of his interest in local and regional history. Following two strokes and the onset of advanced osteoarthritis, Ian experiences severe mobility impairment.