Heroes of the RNLI: The Storm Warriors

Sir William Hillary founded the National Rescue Service in 1823,which has saved countless lives by battling storms and unimaginable conditions,risking and sometimes forfeiting their own lives. This book looks at the people behind the rescues,using information from archives,contemporary newspaper accounts,and genealogical records.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 272 pages
\n Publication date: 30 November 2020
\n Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd
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Whenever vessels have foundered off the coasts of Britain, there have always been those willing to give their all to save those in peril. But in 1823, Sir William Hillary decided that this admirable but impromptu approach was not enough. He believed that many more lives could be saved by the establishment of a national, organized rescue service. His idea was realized the following year.

From the days of oar-powered open boats to modern high-speed, hi-tech vessels, rescuers have battled storms and unimaginable conditions, risking and sometimes forfeiting their own lives in efforts to save others. The most outstanding of these operations led to the awarding of gold medals for gallantry, the RNLI version of the Victoria Cross. Above all, these are human stories.

Using information gleaned from archives, contemporary newspaper accounts, and genealogical records, this book looks not just at the details of the rescues but into the people behind them.

The RNLI has a long and proud history of saving lives at sea, and this book is a testament to the bravery and dedication of those who have served on its vessels over the years. It is a must-read for anyone interested in maritime history, and a reminder of the incredible sacrifices that have been made in the name of safety.

\n Weight: 460g\n
Dimension: 157 x 232 x 29 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781526725769\n \n