The Lifeboat: Courage on Our Coasts (Lifeboats)
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| Rating | : | 4.36 (513 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1844862178 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 240 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-08-22 |
| Language | : | English |
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Ned Middleton said The story of the courage which goes with the calling!. I am not aware of anywhere other than the British Isles which has allowed a ‘Charity’ to become the official water-borne body for saving lives at sea. That, however, is the situation which exists through the United Kingdom and Ireland and this is the story of the courage and fortitude which goes with the calling of its volunteers - past and present.The Royal National Lifeboat Institute (RNLI) was formed almost "The story of the courage which goes with the calling!" according to Ned Middleton. I am not aware of anywhere other than the British Isles which has allowed a ‘Charity’ to become the official water-borne body for saving lives at sea. That, however, is the situation which exists through the United Kingdom and Ireland and this is the story of the courage and fortitude which goes with the calling of its volunteers - past and present.The Royal National Lifeboat Institute (RNLI) was formed almost 200 years ago. Since then their craft have continuously put to sea - often in the worst possible conditions, before deliberately approaching even more dangerous circumstances of disab. 00 years ago. Since then their craft have continuously put to sea - often in the worst possible conditions, before deliberately approaching even more dangerous circumstances of disab
Crewman and photographer Nigel Millard documents his experiences as he travels the length of Britain and Ireland, living and working with his fellow lifeboatmen and accompanying them on lifesaving missions.. Wherever sea meets land, from the Cornish coasts to the Shetland Isles, the men and women of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution are on call, rescuing thousands of people each year. This dramatic volume celebrates their bravery, compassion, and commitment in the toughest conditions
These are the incredible scenes faced by the nation's 4,600 fearless water rescue volunteers every day. -- Mia De Graaf The Daily Mail Online . In a collection of more than 400 photos offering a rare glimpse behind the scenes of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution, men and women dart, dive and crash through the British seas. The remarkable pictures follow the volunteers around the clock - from storm-ridden night rescues to their mid-morning cup of tea. Accompanied by a foreward from Prince William, the images, captured by crew member and professional photographer Nigel Millard, have been hailed as a unique snapshot of a long-standing institution
He is best known for his ongoing commissions for the Royal National Lifeboat Institution, for his special issue Royal Mail stamps, and for promoting safety at sea with the Fishing Safety campaign. In 2010 Nigel was awarded the Individual Award for his continued support of the service.. He has been working with the