When snow and ice accompany storm force winds endurance of a high order is asked of lifeboat crews; an active endurance which will enable them to maintain efficiency and bring a service to a successful conclusion even after many hours at sea...
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The full strength of the Atlantic seems now devoted to the destruction of the frail craft yet rocking on the submerged reef at the mouth of the Channel. The waves rush thunderingly to the attack like squadrons of heavy cavalry. They have...
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THURSDAY, 6th October, 1887.
L. T. CAVE, Esq., in the Chair.
Read and confirmed the Minutes of the pre- vions Meeting.
Also read those of the Finance and Corre- spondence, Building,...
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The latest Autumn Lifeboat Lottery features some really interesting holidays that have been kindly donated by Warner Holidays.. - View image in PDF
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Management.
Life-boat.
North Deal .
Friday, 25th July, 1919.
Sir GODFREY BARING, Bt., V.P., in the Chair.
Head and confirmed the minutes of the...
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OCTOBER 2ND. - FENIT, CO. KERRY.
A steamer had been bombed and set on fire by a German aeroplane, but the Irish patrol steamer Fort Rannock rescued the crew.- Rewards, £17 0s. 3d..
Our lifeboat crews and lifeguards carry out thousands of rescues every year. Here are just some of those caught on camera, and see the following pages for more reports:
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The Right Honourable Edward R. G. Heath, PC MBE MP, was guest speaker at the afternoon meeting and also presented the awards. With him, seated, are the Duke of Atholl, Chairman of the Institution, and Rear Admiral W. J. Graham, Director.<... - View image in PDF
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The prototype 14m Fast Afloat Boat (FAB 4) is at present being fitted out at William Osborne's yard in Littlehampton. See page 90 for details of the 17m FAB 3, now afloat for trials.. - View image in PDF
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Millions of people use their bicycles each week in the UK and Republic of Ireland, many for commuting. But it's also a great way to challenge yourself, get fitter and even raise charity funds. Lifeboat volunteer Chris...
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