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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
National
Gregor Young

Fishermen recall mystery of 'yellow submarine' hauled ashore on Islay

John Baker (left) and Harold Hastie with a replica of the yellow submarine (Image: Bruichladdich)

TWO fishermen have recalled how they unexpectedly hauled in a “yellow submarine” off Islay more than 20 years ago, with their surprising catch prompting a months-long mystery.

John Baker, now 69, was working a few miles off the coast of the Inner Hebrides island when he came across the strange vessel in May 2005.

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