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On January 19 in 1881, RNLI volunteers with the help of over 200 other local people showed extraordinary determination, to drag their lifeboat through thick snow in order to reach a ship in distress - this is the story of one of the most outstanding launches in our history. | RNLI

On January 19 in 1881, RNLI volunteers with the help of over 200 other local people showed extraordinary determination, to drag their lifeboat through thick snow in order to reach a ship in distress - this is the story of one of the most outstanding launches in our history. | RNLI

815.5K viewsJan 18, 2019

Throughout our 200 years of lifesaving a lot has changed, including our lifeboats. From the rowing and sailing lifeboats of our early days, to the modern RNLI fleet today, take a look at how far we’ve come since our founding in 1824. Our lifeboats have come a long way in the past 200 years. But they are still designed, made and launched to save lives. Become an RNLI member and help us continue to save every one we can: https://rnli.social/3Oiq2gO #RNLI200 #Lifeboats #RNLI #History #SavingLivesAt

Throughout our 200 years of lifesaving a lot has changed, including our lifeboats. From the rowing and sailing lifeboats of our early days, to the modern RNLI fleet today, take a look at how far we’ve come since our founding in 1824. Our lifeboats have come a long way in the past 200 years. But they are still designed, made and launched to save lives. Become an RNLI member and help us continue to save every one we can: https://rnli.social/3Oiq2gO #RNLI200 #Lifeboats #RNLI #History #SavingLivesAt

11.4K viewsJan 29, 2024

On this day in 1928 one of the worst disasters in RNLI history took place when the lifeboat crew from RNLI Rye Harbour Lifeboat Station launched to help a vessel in trouble in awful conditions... 93 years on, this tragic event serves as a reminder of the sacrifices our lifeboat crews made, and continue to make, in their mission to save every one. | RNLI

On this day in 1928 one of the worst disasters in RNLI history took place when the lifeboat crew from RNLI Rye Harbour Lifeboat Station launched to help a vessel in trouble in awful conditions... 93 years on, this tragic event serves as a reminder of the sacrifices our lifeboat crews made, and continue to make, in their mission to save every one. | RNLI

46.1K viewsNov 15, 2021

On this day in 1861, lifeboatman Henry Freeman's decision to wear a cork lifejacket saved his life – but it also changed the course of RNLI history and, in doing so, saved the lives of many more... | RNLI

On this day in 1861, lifeboatman Henry Freeman's decision to wear a cork lifejacket saved his life – but it also changed the course of RNLI history and, in doing so, saved the lives of many more... | RNLI

114.6K viewsFeb 9, 2018

On January 12 in 1899, RNLI volunteers showed extraordinary determination to drag their lifeboat 13 miles over land in order to reach a ship in distress - this is the epic story of one of the most arduous rescues in our history. | RNLI

On January 12 in 1899, RNLI volunteers showed extraordinary determination to drag their lifeboat 13 miles over land in order to reach a ship in distress - this is the epic story of one of the most arduous rescues in our history. | RNLI

87.2K viewsJan 11, 2019

Rescue of the Green Lily

Rescue of the Green Lily

To this day, the Southport and St Anne’s lifeboats disaster remains the worst loss of crew in a single incident in RNLI history. On 10 December 1886, 27 lifeboat crew members lost their lives whilst attempting to rescue the crew from the German barque 'Mexico' off the north-west coast of England. As a result of this tragic loss of life, the world’s first ever charity street collection took place in Manchester in aid of the RNLI. It began with an impressive horse-drawn lifeboat parade through the

To this day, the Southport and St Anne’s lifeboats disaster remains the worst loss of crew in a single incident in RNLI history. On 10 December 1886, 27 lifeboat crew members lost their lives whilst attempting to rescue the crew from the German barque 'Mexico' off the north-west coast of England. As a result of this tragic loss of life, the world’s first ever charity street collection took place in Manchester in aid of the RNLI. It began with an impressive horse-drawn lifeboat parade through the

18K viewsDec 10, 2021

We've come a long way since 1824. From coastal communities to inland cities, from rescuers to fundraisers, our one crew has stood side by side to save lives for 200 years 💙 Thank you for being part of our journey. Help us to continue our stories of kindness: https://bit.ly/3wfrvOQ | RNLI

7.1K viewsFeb 19, 2024

The 1981 Penlee Lifeboat Disaster - RNLI History

In our 200th year, we proudly mark #InternationalWomensDay by sharing the incredible stories of five influential women from RNLI history. From launching lifeboats, to training others to prevent drowning worldwide, their stories are sure to inspire you. Watch until the end to see how these history-makers have shaped the RNLI of today 👏 #IWD2024 #IWD #RNLI200 | RNLI

9.2K viewsMar 8, 2024

2024: Discover The RNLI At 200 Years And Counting

Like many of our locations, The Lizard RNLI lifeboat station has a long and proud history. But while the station and the boats that launch from it have changed over the years, one thing has remained the same: the dedication of the volunteers to saving lives along this wild stretch of Cornish coastline. | RNLI

219.4K viewsJul 10, 2019

How the RNLI was Founded in 1824 - One Man's Vision

1940: Dunkirk Little Ships - History of the RNLI

In the UK we have a proud history of developing our experience, expertise and equipment to save lives at sea, but not all countries are so fortunate. There are low-cost, scalable solutions that are proven to prevent drowning, and we are proud to support other countries and organisations to share our knowledge and help to save the 650 lives lost every single day. Today is the first ever World Drowning Prevention Day. We pledge that we will never stand by. With you by our side we can go even furth

21.1K viewsJul 25, 2021

From the archive: lifesaving in 1940

2K viewsOct 4, 2022

RNLI - Then and Now

20.5K viewsFeb 25, 2022

A Brief History of Our Biggest Lifeboats: from a steam-powered goliath to the Severn class 👊 | RNLI

46.2K viewsMay 11, 2022

Tonight. BBC Two. 8PM. The return of Saving Lives at Sea. | RNLI

112.7K viewsFeb 26, 2020

RNLI timeline: 200 years of lifesaving

9.2K viewsJan 29, 2024

1952 film about RNLI lifeboat rescues

25.2K viewsAug 6, 2010

Then and now: RNLI lifeboats over the years

18.2K viewsJan 29, 2024

RNLI: 200 Years of Saving Lives at Sea

417 viewsJun 21, 2024

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RNLI Information PowerPoint

8 viewsAug 30, 2023

The Suevic rescue in 1907 set the record for the largest number of people saved in a single operation in RNLI history – a record that still stands today. Sixty volunteer crewmen from Cadgwith, Coverack, the Lizard and Porthleven rowed back and forth for 16 hours to rescue the passengers and crew. Their incredible courage and perseverance saved 456 lives that day. Not a single life was lost. | RNLI

209.2K viewsMar 18, 2019

RNLI Lifeboats – Explore The Lifeboats In The RNLI Fleet

Learn About The RNLI - The Charity That Saves Lives At Sea

Capsized: The tragic story of The Mumbles lifeboat disaster

5.5K viewsApr 23, 2019

Today we remember the worst disaster in ocean racing history when, in 1979, a huge storm hit the Fastnet race. The lives of those that were lost and the bravery of those involved in the rescue operation will never be forgotten. | RNLI

362.9K viewsAug 13, 2020

Getting lifeboats in and out of the water is not always as simple as it sounds. Over the past 194 years we've used everything from horses and steam engines to slipways and tractors to answer the call to rescue. | RNLI

394K viewsApr 9, 2018

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