The second Thames E class lifeboat was named at the Royal Hospital, Chelsea. It was funded by Dr Patricia Baguley, but has been named Chelsea Pensioners recognition of the valuable support the In- Pensioners have given to the RNLI over more than 25 years. The lifeboat was named by 90 year old Bert Spurdin, who has collected at the London Boat Show since 1979. Chelsea Pensioner is designated for use mainly at the Chiswick Lifeboat Station, 19/07/02.