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Background imageShip Collection: The Seaton Sluice lifeboat. 8th June 1974

The Seaton Sluice lifeboat. 8th June 1974

Background imageShip Collection: The largest self-righting lifeboat to be built for the Royal National Lifeboat

The largest self-righting lifeboat to be built for the Royal National Lifeboat Institution, was tested at Portsmouth today. It was the 48ft

Background imageShip Collection: Prototype lifeboat launching tractor being tested by the Hoylake lifeboat crew

Prototype lifeboat launching tractor being tested by the Hoylake lifeboat crew. The machine, costing over £ 50, 000, is being tested at various lifeboat stations around the coast

Background imageShip Collection: Holyheads new RNLB Arun Class lifeboat the Hyman Winstone

Holyheads new RNLB Arun Class lifeboat the Hyman Winstone bedecked in flags at Holyhead Lifeboat Station in Anglesey, North Wales. 7th July 1980

Background imageShip Collection: The Hoylake lifeboat Mary Gabriel displayed on the beach for visitors at the Hoylake

The Hoylake lifeboat Mary Gabriel displayed on the beach for visitors at the Hoylake lifeboat station on the Wirral, Merseyside. 23rd August 1982

Background imageShip Collection: Sarah and Anthony Hanlon offer their congratulations to the lifeboat coxswain John

Sarah and Anthony Hanlon offer their congratulations to the lifeboat coxswain John McDermott at the Hoylake lifeboat station. 23rd August 1982

Background imageShip Collection: Members of the Southwold, Suffolk lifeboat crew leaving harbour in their boat the Mary

Members of the Southwold, Suffolk lifeboat crew leaving harbour in their boat the Mary Scott to carry out their quarterly exercises. The Mary Scott is a sailing and motor lifeboat

Background imageShip Collection: Capsizing and self-righting trials of the new lifeboat Princess Marina taking place at H

Capsizing and self-righting trials of the new lifeboat Princess Marina taking place at H.M Dockyard in Portsmouth. 22nd April 1970

Background imageShip Collection: Lifeboatmen pf Walmer, Kent, including Coxwain Fred Upton. 25th November 1945

Lifeboatmen pf Walmer, Kent, including Coxwain Fred Upton. 25th November 1945

Background imageShip Collection: The new Penlee lifeboat Mabel Alice was capsized yesterday in front of some of itOs

The new Penlee lifeboat Mabel Alice was capsized yesterday in front of some of itOs future crew members. The boat is shortly to take the place of the one lost last winter

Background imageShip Collection: Kessingland lifeboat the Hugh Taylor out on exercise. 12th March 1934

Kessingland lifeboat the Hugh Taylor out on exercise. 12th March 1934

Background imageShip Collection: Whitby lifeboat, the Mary Anne Hepworth escorting the Dutch vessel Czkziena of Rotterdam

Whitby lifeboat, the Mary Anne Hepworth escorting the Dutch vessel Czkziena of Rotterdam into Whitby harbour during a gale. 5th November 1951

Background imageShip Collection: The Liverpool class RNLB motor lifeboat The Cuttle at RNLI Great Yarmouth

The Liverpool class RNLB motor lifeboat The Cuttle at RNLI Great Yarmouth and Gorleston-on-Sea Lifeboat Station. Circa 1965

Background imageShip Collection: Coxswain Roy Buchan and crewman Ray Dent of Humber Lifeboat Station at Spurn Point

Coxswain Roy Buchan and crewman Ray Dent of Humber Lifeboat Station at Spurn Point on the Humber Estuary in East Yorkshire. 23rd March 1972

Background imageShip Collection: The new self-righting motor Redcar lifeboat, christened the Louisa Polden

The new self-righting motor Redcar lifeboat, christened the Louisa Polden, being driven along the sands by the tractor she was launched

Background imageShip Collection: The new Llandudno lifeboat the Lilly Wainwright arrives at the resort after sailing

The new Llandudno lifeboat the Lilly Wainwright arrives at the resort after sailing from the building yards at Cowes. She will replace the existing reserve boat

Background imageShip Collection: An American built Waveny Class lifeboat touring Britain

An American built Waveny Class lifeboat touring Britain, speeds past a boat off Mumbles Pier, Wales. The lifeboat, un-named but nicknamed " The Yank" was built by the USCG at Curtis Bay

Background imageShip Collection: A new £9, 000 inshore lifeboat was commissioned at Horton on Gower at the weekend

A new £9, 000 inshore lifeboat was commissioned at Horton on Gower at the weekend
A new £ 9, 000 inshore lifeboat was commissioned at Horton on Gower at the weekend just in time for what promises to be a busy summer season

Background imageShip Collection: A famous West Wales lifeboat will be launched on a new career as the centrepiece of a

A famous West Wales lifeboat will be launched on a new career as the centrepiece of a maritime museum. Enthusiasts have rescued the 81-year-old William Cantrell Ashley lifeboat which for more than 40

Background imageShip Collection: The new Mumbles Tyne Class lifeboat Ethel Anne Measures. 28th June 1985

The new Mumbles Tyne Class lifeboat Ethel Anne Measures. 28th June 1985

Background imageShip Collection: The crew of Little Haven Inshore Lifeboat testing a new Honda miniature tractor

The crew of Little Haven Inshore Lifeboat testing a new Honda miniature tractor. The machine could soon be part of equipment at lifeboat stations throughout the country if it passes strict tests

Background imageShip Collection: After 27 years of gallant service, the William Gammon lifeboat plunged down its slipway

After 27 years of gallant service, the William Gammon lifeboat plunged down its slipway at Mumbles Lifeboat Station, Swansea for the last time on 27th August 1974

Background imageShip Collection: RNLI volunteers of Penarth Lifeboat Station on Penarth promenade

RNLI volunteers of Penarth Lifeboat Station on Penarth promenade. with the background site where they want to build a new lifeboat station on the left. On the right is Penarth Yacht Club. May 1993

Background imageShip Collection: Fishguards new lifeboat Howard Marryat. 4th June 1957

Fishguards new lifeboat Howard Marryat. 4th June 1957

Background imageShip Collection: Gareth Wigmore, a RNLI crew member pictured with women who helped raise money to build a

Gareth Wigmore, a RNLI crew member pictured with women who helped raise money to build a new lifeboat house in Penarth. 4th January 1996

Background imageShip Collection: The Ferryside Lifeboat William Maynard, Carmarthen Bay, Wales. Circa 1960

The Ferryside Lifeboat William Maynard, Carmarthen Bay, Wales. Circa 1960

Background imageShip Collection: The 75 foot ketch Garlandstone moored at Barmouth, Gwynedd, Wales. 6th May 1971

The 75 foot ketch Garlandstone moored at Barmouth, Gwynedd, Wales. 6th May 1971

Background imageShip Collection: The Mumbles lifeboat William Gammon returned to Swansea yesterday after an £

The Mumbles lifeboat William Gammon returned to Swansea yesterday after an £; 8000 engine refit at the Cowes yard where she was built 21 years ago. Two new 60 h.p

Background imageShip Collection: Philip Missen, Hon Secretary at Porthcawl lifeboat station. 29th April 1998

Philip Missen, Hon Secretary at Porthcawl lifeboat station. 29th April 1998

Background imageShip Collection: The christening ceremony of the Rhyl lifeboat Gordon Warren by Lady Scarisbrick

The christening ceremony of the Rhyl lifeboat Gordon Warren by Lady Scarisbrick. Picture shows Lady Scarisbrick christening the lifeboat with lifeboat crew and cox in attendance. 14th September 1946

Background imageShip Collection: The new St. Davids lifeboat Joseph Soar takes to the water. 20th May 1964

The new St. Davids lifeboat Joseph Soar takes to the water. 20th May 1964

Background imageShip Collection: St. Davids Lifeboat Station during the centenary celebrations. 12th June 1969

St. Davids Lifeboat Station during the centenary celebrations. 12th June 1969

Background imageShip Collection: Dr. Joseph Soar with the St. Davids lifeboat which was named after him

Dr. Joseph Soar with the St. Davids lifeboat which was named after him. 24th August 1966

Background imageShip Collection: The Henry Comber Brown is launched for the first time from the new £300

The Henry Comber Brown is launched for the first time from the new £300
The Henry Comber Brown is launched for the first time from the new £ 300, 000 causeway at Tenby Lifeboat Launch Station. 28th June 1980

Background imageShip Collection: Swansea lifeboat cruises go round Swansea Bay after it had been launched to stage a mock

Swansea lifeboat cruises go round Swansea Bay after it had been launched to stage a mock rescue with members of the Mumbles Yacht Club and board posing as survivors

Background imageShip Collection: A modern self righting lifeboat, the Arun Class RNLB Spirit of Tayside

A modern self righting lifeboat, the Arun Class RNLB Spirit of Tayside, operating out of Broughty Ferry lifeboat station in Dundee. 6th June 1979

Background imageShip Collection: The Barry lifeboat and the Royal Navy Auxiliary ship Odiman escorts the small craft

The Barry lifeboat and the Royal Navy Auxiliary ship Odiman escorts the small craft Pauline after a call for rescue from the occupants in the Bristol Channel. 12th August 1970

Background imageShip Collection: John Hart receives a message on the ship to shore lifeboat radio in Barry, Wales

John Hart receives a message on the ship to shore lifeboat radio in Barry, Wales. 4th March 1970

Background imageShip Collection: Barry Station Number Two lifeboat entering the dock. In the background is

Barry Station Number Two lifeboat entering the dock. In the background is Butlins holiday camp. 20th December 1977

Background imageShip Collection: The RNLB Watkins Williams lifeboat which served in Moelfre from 1956 to 1977

The RNLB Watkins Williams lifeboat which served in Moelfre from 1956 to 1977, before serving at Oban, Argyllshire. During her service life, she was launched 154 times, saving 143 lives. Circa 1975

Background imageShip Collection: Members of the crew pose in from of the lifeboat Caroline Oates Aver

Members of the crew pose in from of the lifeboat Caroline Oates Aver and William Maine as the Ferryside station prepares to be closed down at the end of the month. In the background is the Hon

Background imageShip Collection: The Mayor of Carmarthen (Mr. W. D. Jones) accompanied by the Deputy Mayor (Mr. M. E

The Mayor of Carmarthen (Mr. W. D. Jones) accompanied by the Deputy Mayor (Mr. M. E. Clifford Jones), the Borough Sheriff (Alderman John Jenkins), and the Town Clerk (Mr. David Myrddin Thomas)

Background imageShip Collection: Britain builds a fast new 12, 000 ton cargo ship. Furness shipbuilding yard

Britain builds a fast new 12, 000 ton cargo ship. Furness shipbuilding yard, Middlesborough. The new cargo ship Empire Chieftain is designed for the purpose of transporting the special kind of cargo

Background imageShip Collection: Small ships pool. The amateur crew on the boat-deck in port. 13th August 1943

Small ships pool. The amateur crew on the boat-deck in port. 13th August 1943

Background imageShip Collection: The Finnish steamer Carolina Thorden

The Finnish steamer Carolina Thorden was bombed by Germans off the coast of Thorshavn, Faroe Islands. A Faroese rescue boat approaches the ship which displays neutral markings. May 1941

Background imageShip Collection: The new Air Sea Rescue boat. The RAF vessel 2558. Location unknown

The new Air Sea Rescue boat. The RAF vessel 2558. Location unknown. Picture taken 12th July 1943

Background imageShip Collection: HMS Kelly returns to the River Tyne after being torpedoed off the coast of Norway

HMS Kelly returns to the River Tyne after being torpedoed off the coast of Norway on the 10th May 1940

Background imageShip Collection: The Royal Navy County Class cruiser HMS London on Atlantic patrol during the Second World

The Royal Navy County Class cruiser HMS London on Atlantic patrol during the Second World War. January 1944



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