Organisations Collection (page 5)

The Mumbles lifeboat crew. They were awarded a gold medal, two bronze medals and five vellums for the rescue of a Canadian frigate

Life can be hectic for Willie MacLean. In there course of one day, he could need all this gear. For 25 -year-old Willie is a Jack-of-all-trades in Castlebay on the island of Barra, Inverness-shire

A 100 year old lifeboat which plucked troops from the Dunkirk beaches and rescued downed airmen from the English Channel during World War Two will start life afresh as a museum piece

Lifeboat crew at Gorleston-on-Sea station on the Norfolk coast. Circa 1965

The "Lady Launchers "of Dungeness, Kent, have - by tradition - for
The " Lady Launchers " of Dungeness, Kent, have - by tradition - for generations turned out night and day, in storms and fog, to help launch the lifeboat Mabel. E

The Scarborough lifeboat Herbert Joy 2nd is launched to go to the assistance of three small fishing craft, the Premier, Sceptre and B.S. Colling, which were out when a very heavy sea sprang up

The Lowescroft lifeboat the Agnes Cross out on exercises as part of her routine monthly maintenance checks. Here she is pictured leaving Lowestoft Station under sail and engine power

A lifeboat in ice floes near Skegness. 3rd March 1947

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

A lifeboat makes a sea rescue at Torquay on the South Devon coast. 26th March 1932

Launch and christening ceremony of the new motor lifeboat "J W Archer"
Launch and christening ceremony of the new motor lifeboat " J W Archer" at North Gare Station in Newcastle presented by Mr. J. W. Archer of Bournemouth and bearing his name. 14th July 1925

Coxswain Tom Patton and engineer Bob Taylor assisting in the launch of a lifeboat at Runswick Bay, North Yorkshire. 24th November 1951

Twelve year old Yvonne Mather, a descendant of of Grace Darling herself, hands over a parcel to coxswain Tom Dawson of the " Grace Darling" lifeboat at Seahouses on the Northumberland

RNLI Lifeboatmen at sea. 14th February 1954

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

British telecom hands over a new radio paging system to the Royal National Lifeboat institution, meaning a faster call out time for crews and could save lives

The new self-righting lifeboat The Will and Fanny Kirby leaves Littlehampton for ramsgate on the first leg of her journey to Seaham Harbour

Launching the lifeboat at Robin Hoods Bay near Whitby in North Yorkshire to rescue the crew of a ship which ran in to difficultes off the North Yorkshire coast. 5th January 1921

Londons Lifeboat dock testing equipment. Lifebelts are placed in tanks of water for twenty fours hours then re-weighed to test how much water has soaked in. 24th January 1937

The West Coast, a Torquay fishing boat, was caught in a gale and with tremendous seas running was unable to obtain shelter

A 16ft rubber inshore rescue craft belonging to the Mumbles lifeboat team begins its trials in Swansea Bay. A present to the RNLI from the Rotary Club it has a speed of 25 knots

The Mumbles lifeboat is launched from its base on the Gower Peninsula. 13th March 1974

The Mumbles lifeboat. 3rd September 1964

The dediocation ceremony of the lifeboat John Cresswell at Penarth. 16th August 1989

Hauling on two guide ropes, the launching crew steady the Ferryside Lifeboat as it runs down the slipway for its final run. The station is due to be closed at the end of the month. 22nd June 1960

A newlife-saver made a splash at its official launch in West Wales yesterday. The town of New Quay welcomed a new, 16-foot inflatable lifeboat bought with proceeds from a charity concert

Captain Graham Sommerfield, Honorary Secretary at Penarth Lifeboat Station August 1995

On its half tracked carriage, the Ferryside Lifeboat runs down the slipway, steadied by the launching crew on two guides ropes as it makes its final run

The American built lifeboat that is touring lifeboat stations around the British Isles put In to the Mumbles Pier on Sunday morning for members of the Mumbles Lifeboat Crew to try out for themselves

Coxswain Derek Scott with the crew of the Mumbles lifeboat. They took along two extra hands for this trip to the Bristol Channel lightships before Christmas. The lifeboat has a regular crew of seven

The site of the new Penarth Lifeboat Station at the sea front in Penarth. Circa 1995

The Mumbles lifeboat plunges down from the slipway as she leaves to deliver Christmas Cards to various light vessels in the Bristol Channel. 23rd December 1963

Members of the Penarth Lifeboat Crew who took part in a rescue near Cardiff : Andrew Rabiotti, Karl Lawrence and Gareth Wigmore. August 1995

Invited guests being brought being given a trip around the bay on the Llandudno lifeboat Lilly Wainwright, leaving Rhos jetty

New Quay mechanic Mervyn Thomas on board the RNLB "Birds Eye"
New Quay mechanic Mervyn Thomas on board the RNLB " Birds Eye" at New Quay Lifeboat Station, It was replaced in 1990 with a new Mersey Class lifeboat. Circa 1990

The arrival of the new motor lifeboat at New Quay, Cardiganshire. The old sailing lifeboat can be seen on the left of the picture. The name of the new vessel is " St Albans"

Model of the first purpose-built lifeboat, the Original, built by Henry Francis Greathead of South Shields in 1789. South ShieldOs private Law House committee endeavoured to find an inventor who

The United States Ambassador to the United Kingdom, John Louis Jnr (seated at the right) on board the new lifeboat which he had just named " The American Ambassador" at the Atlantic

One of the busiest lifeboat stations in Wales has been given a larger and faster boat as part of a policy to improve the rescue service around a popular stretch of coastline

A new type of inshore lifeboat which will be able to operate at night is undergoing trials in Cardigan Bay, off Aberystwyth

Port Talbots dedicated band of unpaid lifeguards took command of a new high speed rescue craft yesterday, courtesy of locally based components firm Borg Warner Automotive

Bertie Roach and Mike Eynon at Angle lifeboat station after receiving their long-service medals after 20 years with the RNLI

The sea is pool-placid as the sun goes down and the Barry lifeboat stands at her harbour moorings. The chalets of ButlinOs Holiday Camp dominate the darkening skyline. 27th March 1971

Crew of the 16 foot inflatable Little and Broad Haven lifeboat at Little Haven: Brian Dilley, David Love, Chris Williamson and Peter Llewellyn. 25th July 1989

RNLB Arun, the first prototype boat Arun class lifeboat stationed in Barry, Wales. She entered service at St Peter Port in 1972 but moved on to Barry Dock where it was stationed until 1997

Staff at Swanseas Industrial and Maritime Museum have discovered that a dilapidated boat they have been repairing for a few months is of significant importance to Welsh nautical history

RNLI volunteers gather outside Manchester Town Hall on a historic day for charity fundraising. Until the late 1880s, the RNLI mostly relied on wealthy philanthropists for financial support

The coxswain, Mr Fred Warts and the signalman Mr John Wells tie up the Barry lifeboat, the Rachel and Mary Evans, as she arrives back at Barry harbour after her six months refit at Littlehampton

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"Unsung Heroes: Dedicated Crewmen of Lifeboat Organisations" From Fishguard to Goodwick, meet the courageous crew members who risk it all for others. Ken Bean and Ieuan Bateman stand tall as they navigate treacherous waters on the Fishguard and Goodwick Lifeboat. Meanwhile, Frederick Batten and Eric Fry join forces aboard the Barry lifeboat Arthur and Blanche Harris, ready to answer distress calls at a moment's notice. In this captivating snapshot of history, we witness Mary Jane Clarke of W. S. P. U. , an organization fighting tirelessly for women's suffrage. Her unwavering determination mirrors that of these brave seafarers. The Tynemouth lifeboat Tynesider is hoisted into position with precision - a testament to the teamwork displayed by its crew. Trevor Fryer skillfully handles The Tynemouth Lifeboat Dinghy, ensuring safety even in turbulent conditions. Keeping watch during exercises in the Bristol Channel, these dedicated individuals carve their wake through winter grey waters. Their commitment shines through as they prepare for any emergency that may arise. Lady Frances Osborne bestows honor upon Newbiggin's new lifeboat Augustus and Laura during an emotional naming ceremony. This vessel symbolizes hope and protection for those facing perilous seas. Launching from Holy Island with unyielding resolve, the Holly Island lifeboat Milburn embodies bravery in action. Its crew exemplifies selflessness as they venture forth into unknown dangers. Plymouth witnesses a proud moment as Robert and Marcella Beck motor lifeboat is christened before embarking on its lifesaving mission. These heroes are prepared to face whatever challenges come their way. Lastly, we pay tribute to The Tynemouth lifeboat Henry Frederick Swan - a beacon of strength amidst tumultuous waves. Its name echoes throughout history alongside countless acts of courage performed by its valiant crew members. Today we celebrate these extraordinary organizations whose unwavering dedication saves lives and brings hope to those in need.