Organisations Collection

The Number 1 lifeboat of Padstow Station, the Joseph Hiram Chadwick, seen against a backdrop of typical Cornish cottages before putting to sea. 1st October 1954

Crew of the Barry lifeboat Arthur and Blanche Harris Frederick Batten and Eric Fry (right) at the tiller on board the boat. Standing left is Mr. Emlyn Davies. 14th March 1970

Crewmen of the Fishguard and Goodwick Lifeboat: left to right: Ken Bean, Ieuan Bateman, Noel Murrow, Roy Williams, Jack Jenkins, Glyn Bateman, Richard Fowles, George Bateman and Byron Nichols

Mary Jane Clarke W. S. P. U
Mary Jane Clarke W.S.P.U. Mary Jane Clarke, (1863-1910) Younger sister of Emmeline Pankhurst. In 1909, she was organiser for the W.S.P.U, living in Brighton, a year later

The new motor lifeboat Robert and Marcella Beck in Plymouth before its naming ceremony in Plymouth, Devon. 3rd July 1927

John McDermott, coxswain of the Hoylake lifeboat with crew members Richard Martindale, Alan Tolley. Steve Armitage and Jeff Kernighan. 4th October 1990

The Barry lifeboat RNLB Rachel and Mary Evans at Barry docks. Circa 1961

Cover of programme of International Labour Day Sheffield demonstration programme: Workers of the World Unite, 1922
Original at Sheffield Local Studies Library: MP 4664 S

The new lifeboat Augustus and Laura is named by Lady Frances Osborne at Newbiggin. 24th June 1939

Keeping a lookout during exercises of the Barry lifeboat in the Bristol Channel is crew member Mr. Emlyn Davies. 14th May 1970

Carving a wake in the winter grey waters of the Bristol Channel, the Barry lifeboat Arthur and Blanche Harris sets out on an exercise. 13th March 1970

Birmingham Press Club Ball, 29th November 1968. At the tombola stand, members of the cast of ATV series The Champions, from left, Stuart Damon, Alexandra Bastedo and William Gaunt

A new lifeboat, the Will and Fanny Kirby, launched at Seaham Harbour to replace the George Elmy which capsized with the loss of eight men. 21st September 1963

Vivienne Whiteright, Mandy Clarke, and Phillipa Lewis, female crew members of the Little and Broadhaven lifeboat operating the beat at St Brides Bay, Pembrokeshire. 3rd February 1990

Nikolai Shvernik
NIKOLAI SHVERNIK Russian statesman, trade union leader, realigned labour organisations to subordinate them to the Soviet state

Lesley Abdela
LESLEY ABDELA MBE An expert advisor to governments and international organisations in the fields of gender, human rights and democratic enpowerment

Silhouetted against the waters of Moelfre Bay, Anglesey, Wales, Captain Evans watches from the lifeboat house as the crew practice a launch. 20th June 1969

The naming ceremony of the new Barry Dock lifeboat the Arthur and Blanche Harris, was performed on Saturday afternoon at Barry Docks by Lady Traherne, the wife of the Lord Lieutenant of Glamorgan

Coxswain of the Barry Lifeboat Mr. Frank Tinsley watches the life line land on the rocks of the Barry shore after he had fired the rocket carrying the line set up a breeches buoy during an exercise

Workers - May Day 1936
Workers organisations May Day celebrations in Hyde Park - London

The Newbiggin lifeboat Richard Ashley is hauled back to its shed after a rescue attempt off the Northumberland coast. 16th May 1962

Former Ark Royal skipper Rear Admiral Wilfred Graham (second from left) and secretary Stan Green (third left) with lifeboatmen at Newbiggin as they inspect the new Atlantic 21 semi inflatable inshore

Coxswain of Mumbles Lifeboat Derek Scott, aged 43 of Mumbles Road, Southend, Gower pictured with the RNLI rescue craft at Mumbles Head. 14th August 1972

The crew of the city of Bradford III at Humber Lifeboat Station at Spurn Point on the Humber Estuary in East Yorkshire. They are front coxswain Robertson Buchan

The 75 foot ketch Garlandstone moored at Barmouth, Gwynedd, Wales. 6th May 1971

An Air Raid Precaution (ARP) warden and a messenger who wears the 1941 dark blue uniform, which later became the standard for most Civil Defence workers. 13th August 1941

London Ragged School, Battersea 1890s
The London Ragged Schools Union was established in April 1844 to combine resources in the city, providing free education, food, clothing, lodging and other home missionary services for poor children

Masonic Temple. Sydney. Cape Breton Island. Nova Scotia. Canada 1900
5306861 Masonic Temple. Sydney. Cape Breton Island. Nova Scotia. Canada 1900 by French School, (20th century); Universal History Archive/UIG

The Northumberland lifeboat Lizzie Porter, which entered service at Holy Island in 1909 until 1925 before moving to North Sunderland where stayed until 1936

St. Abbs new lifeboat the J. B. Couper of Glasgow takes to the water after
St. Abbs new lifeboat the J.B. Couper of Glasgow takes to the water after the official launching and naming ceremony by Mrs. W.F. Turner of Glasgow. 20th July 1950

Inaugural ceremony of the new Bembridge, Isle of Wight lifeboat Jesse Lumb. Photo shows the Right Rev. Lord Bishop of Sailsbury Dr. Ernest Neville Lovett C.B.E, D.D

Caister-on-Sea lifeboat. 2nd April 1940

Launching of the Cromer lifeboat H F Bailey. 10th June 1935

New Inshore lifeboat at Hartlepool Lifeboat Station. 27th April 1972

A new rescue craft was tested today at Littlehampton for use as auxiliary and small stations to the Royal National Lifeboat Institution

The "Lady Launchers"of Dungeness, Kent, have - by tradition - for generations
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

Twenty women launch the RNLB Charles Cooper Henderson" at Dungeness lifeboat station, Kent to rescue an RAF pilot who came down in the English Channel when their husbands were away fishing

The Fishguard motor lifeboat on patrol in Pembrokeshire, south west Wales. 15th March 1934

Clacton lifeboat with crew on its way to Barrow Deep lightship with Christmas gifts. 23rd December 1950

Women pull the lifeboat ashore at Cresswell lifeboat station in Northumberland. 14th May 1935

Launched and named by Sir Godfrey Baring, chairman of the RNLI, the Elliot Gill, new lifeboat for the Runswick station, lies at her moorings in East Cowes

The crew of the new Tyne class lifeboat Robert and Violet of Moelfre Bay Lifeboat Station in Anglesey, aboard the boat during a familiarisation trial visit to Liverpool for the boat and crew

The Seaton Sluice lifeboat. 8th June 1974

The prototype of an experimental rescue craft with which the RNLI will be carrying out trials during the next few months has been built by Messrs Souter & Sons Cowes Ltd

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

Prototype lifeboat launching tractor being tested by the Hoylake lifeboat crew. The machine, costing over £ 50, 000, is being tested at various lifeboat stations around the coast

The new Dover lifeboat Sir William Hillary pictured at full speed during trials in the English Channel, shortly before being christened by the Prince of Wales. 8th July 1930

Holyheads new RNLB Arun Class lifeboat the Hyman Winstone bedecked in flags at Holyhead Lifeboat Station in Anglesey, North Wales. 7th July 1980

The Hoylake lifeboat Mary Gabriel displayed on the beach for visitors at the Hoylake lifeboat station on the Wirral, Merseyside. 23rd August 1982

The Rhyl Lifeboat Caroline Richardson being launched in the presence of thousands of visitors. It is believed to be the only bottomless Lifeboat in the Kingdom

The new Hoylake lifeboat Oldham IV arrives at Hoylake Lifeboat Station after the 500 mile trip from Cowes on the Isle of Wight

Sarah and Anthony Hanlon offer their congratulations to the lifeboat coxswain John McDermott at the Hoylake lifeboat station. 23rd August 1982

Members of the Southwold, Suffolk lifeboat crew leaving harbour in their boat the Mary Scott to carry out their quarterly exercises. The Mary Scott is a sailing and motor lifeboat

Capsizing and self-righting trials of the new lifeboat Princess Marina taking place at H.M Dockyard in Portsmouth. 22nd April 1970

Lifeboatmen pf Walmer, Kent, including Coxwain Fred Upton. 25th November 1945

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

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

Kessingland lifeboat the Hugh Taylor out on exercise. 12th March 1934

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

The Liverpool class RNLB motor lifeboat The Cuttle at RNLI Great Yarmouth and Gorleston-on-Sea Lifeboat Station. Circa 1965

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

Coxswain Roy Buchan and crewman Ray Dent of Humber Lifeboat Station at Spurn Point on the Humber Estuary in East Yorkshire. 23rd March 1972

The new self-righting motor Redcar lifeboat, christened the Louisa Polden, being driven along the sands by the tractor she was launched

The new Llandudno lifeboat the Lilly Wainwright arrives at the resort after sailing from the building yards at Cowes. She will replace the existing reserve boat

An American built Waveny Class lifeboat touring Britain, speeds past a boat off Mumbles Pier, Wales. The lifeboat, un-named but nicknamed " The Yank" was built by the USCG at Curtis Bay

A new £9, 000 inshore lifeboat was commissioned at Horton on Gower at the weekend
A new £ 9, 000 inshore lifeboat was commissioned at Horton on Gower at the weekend just in time for what promises to be a busy summer season

A famous West Wales lifeboat will be launched on a new career as the centrepiece of a maritime museum. Enthusiasts have rescued the 81-year-old William Cantrell Ashley lifeboat which for more than 40

The new Mumbles Tyne Class lifeboat Ethel Anne Measures. 28th June 1985

The crew of Little Haven Inshore Lifeboat testing a new Honda miniature tractor. The machine could soon be part of equipment at lifeboat stations throughout the country if it passes strict tests

After 27 years of gallant service, the William Gammon lifeboat plunged down its slipway at Mumbles Lifeboat Station, Swansea for the last time on 27th August 1974

RNLI volunteers of Penarth Lifeboat Station on Penarth promenade. with the background site where they want to build a new lifeboat station on the left. On the right is Penarth Yacht Club. May 1993

Fishguards new lifeboat Howard Marryat. 4th June 1957

Gareth Wigmore, a RNLI crew member pictured with women who helped raise money to build a new lifeboat house in Penarth. 4th January 1996

The Ferryside Lifeboat William Maynard, Carmarthen Bay, Wales. Circa 1960

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 Mumbles lifeboat William Gammon returned to Swansea yesterday after an £; 8000 engine refit at the Cowes yard where she was built 21 years ago. Two new 60 h.p

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

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

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

A modern self righting lifeboat, the Arun Class RNLB Spirit of Tayside, operating out of Broughty Ferry lifeboat station in Dundee. 6th June 1979

Aberystwyth lifeboat, circa 1900

The Barry lifeboat and the Royal Navy Auxiliary ship Odiman escorts the small craft Pauline after a call for rescue from the occupants in the Bristol Channel. 12th August 1970

John Hart receives a message on the ship to shore lifeboat radio in Barry, Wales. 4th March 1970

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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.