Lifeboat Collection (page 7)

Great Yarmouth Lifeboat and Crew early 1900s

Bridlington Lifeboat early 1900s

Hayle lifeboat, Cornwall, Victorian period

Hayle Lifeboat early 1900s

Trial of the first steam lifeboat at Harwich in 1889

Harwich Harbour - Trial of first steam lifeboat in 1889

Launching the Eastbourne lifeboat, early 1900s

Launching the Eastbourne Lifeboat Edwardian period

Lifeboat Day in Dunbar Victorian period

Dunbar Lifeboat Day, early 1900s

Campbeltown Lifeboat early 1900s

Lifeboat procession, Barnsley, early 1900s

Barnsley Lifeboat procession in 1904

Blackpool lifeboat, early 1900s

Aberdovey beach and lifeboat, early 1900s

Walton on the Naze Lifeboat, early 1900s

Skegness, Lifeboat, Anne Allen 1932

Wreck of the Ardencraig Scilly Isles in 1911

Porthoustock Lifeboat Crew Victorian period

Whitby Regatta at the the Lifeboat House Victorian period

Lifeboatman Victorian period

Grace Darling Victorian Heroine

Lifeboat Station, Carrickfergus, Ireland, early 1900s. Date: early 1900s

Calendar cover, The Ancient Order of Foresters, Always Ready To Help - lifeboat rescue scene. Date: 1936

West Parade and Lifeboat House, Sheringham, Norfolk - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

White Star Line, RMS Titanic, List of First Class Passengers
White Star Line, RMS Titanic. Rare First Class passenger list that survived the sinking in the pocket of George Brereton. He was a professional gambler

Set of three lifeboat related postcards including real photo Lifeboat Demonstration in Southampton, 1906. Date: circa 1900s

RMS Queen Mary, lifeboat emergency ration tin
RMS QUEEN MARY: Lifeboat emergency ration tin, identical to Queen Mary ration tins sold previously. 7ins. 2ins

Lifeboat coxswain, with RNLB The Lord Southborough Date: 1920

Group photo, Lifeboat Crew Date: 1920

Lifeboatman's tales of the sea Date: 1920

Lifeboat to the rescue in a rough sea Date: 1920

Hauling the lifeboat through a narrow street Date: 1920

Come Aboard the Lifeboat - man gesturing Date: 1920

Abandon Ship, lifeboat alongside Date: 1920

A Motor Lifeboat in action on the sea Date: 1920

The First from the Lifeboat Date: circa 1890

Lifeboat rescue, and every soul was saved alive Date: circa 1890

White Star Line, MV Britannic - brass lifeboat nameplate in relief. 11 inches. Date: 20th century

Lifesavers by Stettman. Date: circa 1908

Departing Bowness Ferry boat on the way to Furness Abbey
The departing Bowness Ferry boat on the way to Furness Abbey, transporting a horse-drawn carriage across Lake Windermere, Lake District, Cumbria. Date: circa 1908

Book cover, Lusitania by Colin Simpson. Date: 1972

RMS Titanic - letter, Mabel Francatelli, passenger
RMS Titanic - First Class passenger Mabel Francatelli. A fascinating letter from Mattison, Davey & Rader of New York to Miss Francatelli dated 17 April 1956

Unusual period lifeboat davit block, discovered in a Southampton salvage yard. 18 inches

Lifeboat Brownies to the rescue Date: 1910

Launch of the Boy's Own No. 2 Lifeboat at Poole, Dorset in July 1882 Date: 1882

Advertisement for Lifebuoy Soap, from Lever Brothers Ltd, Port Sunlight. Showing two crew men in a lifeboat. With the motto Saves Life'

Photograph of a practice launch of the Lifeboat, Coversack, Cornwall. Outdoor seascape action shot. Captioned, Launching the Lifeboat, in case'

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"Lifeboat: A Lifeline in the Vast Ocean" In the early 20th century, as the majestic SS Asturias sailed across the vast ocean, a sense of security prevailed knowing that the former Longhope lifeboat T. G. B ON962 stood ready to rescue those in need. Leaving Littlehampton with unwavering determination, it symbolized hope and courage. The RNLI lifeboat Arab II at Harlyn Bay, Cornwall in 1908 showcased the dedication of brave souls who risked their lives to save others. Similarly, Arab I at Padstow's quay between 1883-1900 embodied resilience and selflessness amidst treacherous waters. Crewmen like Ken Bean and Ieuan Bateman from Fishguard and Goodwick Lifeboat exemplified heroism as they fearlessly faced turbulent waves. The crew of Barry lifeboat Arthur and Blanche Harris Frederick Batten and Eric Fry demonstrated unity and camaraderie during perilous missions. Coverack's new lifeboat in 1954 brought a renewed sense of safety to its community while RMS Olympic served as a luxurious cruise ship for White Star Line before being repurposed during WW1—a testament to adaptability even amid chaos. A poignant image captures Captain Smith—the last known photo taken—of RMS Titanic before tragedy struck. It serves as a reminder that even great vessels can falter but also highlights how crucial they are when disaster strikes. The haunting Skopelos Sky shipwreck off Port Isaac on December 15th, 1979 stands as a stark reminder of nature's power over man-made structures—an event where lifeboats played an essential role in saving lives amidst turmoil. Sometimes referred to as "Tight Squeeze, " these remarkable boats navigate narrow passages with precision—showcasing not only their maneuverability but also their ability to reach those stranded or injured in inaccessible areas.