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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


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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.
Picture shows: The RNLB lifeboat William Gammon used for the exercise.
4th September 1964

Staff
Western Mail
Mirrorpix
Swansea
Wales

Media ID 21918538

© Mirrorpix

Boat Boats Crew Emergency Services Exercise Lifeboat Lifeboats Rnli Ship 1964


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EDITORS COMMENTS
In this print from 1964, the Swansea lifeboat takes center stage as it cruises around Swansea Bay. The powerful vessel had just been launched to partake in a mock rescue exercise with members of the Mumbles Yacht Club and board posing as survivors. The RNLB lifeboat William Gammon, featured prominently in the picture, showcases its robust structure designed for emergency situations at sea. Its presence exudes strength and reliability, embodying the dedication of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) to saving lives. This snapshot captures a moment frozen in time when brave men form the crew of this remarkable life-saving ship. Their commitment to training and preparedness is evident as they navigate through calm waters during this exercise. Transported back to an era where emergency services relied on skilled individuals rather than advanced technology, we are reminded of their bravery and selflessness. These heroes risked their lives day after day to ensure that those who found themselves in perilous situations at sea could be rescued. As we admire this historical image, let us pay tribute not only to these courageous men but also reflect upon how far our shipping industry has evolved since then. This photograph serves as a reminder that even amidst technological advancements, human courage remains an indispensable asset when it comes to safeguarding lives on our vast oceans.

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