Fhe spirit of Tradition Vlichel Martell, the seventh generation of the Martell family to lead their 270 year old company, vas in England when the mnouncement was made to phase ut the traditional Naval rum ation in 1970. This included the provision of rum to lifeboats "on service*' The House of Martell and their agents Matthew Clark and Sons Ltd are proud of this link and their regular involvement with RNLI charity fund raising events.

Being a lover of tradition and a seen yachtsman, he spontaneously offered to provide the RNLI with Martell cognac.

rhe lifeboats have carried Martell 1715 1715 sinrp for IISP "nn servire" MARTELL COGNAC Matthew Clark and Sons 183-185 Central Street, London EC1V 8DR.