The first Life Boat placed on this station | |
was sent here in 1860 and was named | |
The "DAUNTLESS" | |
In 1867 it was replaced by another | |
Life Boat which was presented by the late | |
Mrs Marten of Upper Clapton & was named | |
The "GEORGE & ANNE" | |
The following is a list of services | |
performed by the boat. | |
| | Lives saved |
1871 Nov 15th | Barque "CASSANDRA" of Liverpool | 21 |
1872 Jan 11th | A Norwegian Vessel. Rendered Assistance | |
1874 Oct 18th | Brig "HERMOSO HABENERO" | 8 |
1875 Jan 5th | Barque "BLANCHE MARGUERITE" | 10 |
1876 Jan 19th | Barque "MIGNONETTE" of London | 14 |
1888 Dec 14th | Steamer "CASTLE CRAIG" of Liverpool | 31 |
In 1888 the George & Anne was replaced by | |
the present Life Boat | |
The "WILLIAM SLANEY LEWIS" | |
By Order | |
CHARLES DIBDIN, Secretary | |
Royal National Life Boat Institution 1888 | |