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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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Barry Station Number Two lifeboat entering the dock. In the background is Butlins holiday camp. 20th December 1977

The RNLB Watkins Williams lifeboat which served in Moelfre from 1956 to 1977, before serving at Oban, Argyllshire. During her service life, she was launched 154 times, saving 143 lives. Circa 1975

Members of the crew pose in from of the lifeboat Caroline Oates Aver and William Maine as the Ferryside station prepares to be closed down at the end of the month. In the background is the Hon

The Mayor of Carmarthen (Mr. W. D. Jones) accompanied by the Deputy Mayor (Mr. M. E. Clifford Jones), the Borough Sheriff (Alderman John Jenkins), and the Town Clerk (Mr. David Myrddin Thomas)

Mayor of West Bromwich, Lilian Peckover enjoys a drink after completing her West Bromwich Charity Walk in aid of the Mayors Holiday Home for the Aged Project, which aims to raise ten thousand pounds

Prince Andrew, Duke of York and Sarah, Duchess of York at a charity golf match in aid of the motor neurone disease association at Wentworth, Surrey. 8th August 1994

Party in the Park Concert in aid of the Princes Trust held at Hyde Park, London. Prince Charles meets Natalie Appleton, Shaznay Lewis, Nicole Appleton and Melanie Blatt of All Saints. 5th July 1998

The Princess of Wales, Princess Diana, in her capacity as Patron, attends " A Night Before Christmas" production by Chickenshed Theatre at the London Palace Theatre

Princess Diana At The Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute Dinner Dance At The Sydney Entertainment Centre, Sydney, Australia. She wears a blue dress designed by Versace

Christmas Fair at The Rosie Hospital, Cambridges first purpose-built maternity hospital, organised by midwives (left-right) Sue Holland, Alex Le-Roux, Sian Harper and Jean Bunting, Cambridge

Red Cross flag seller in central London catches up on the latest news from Normandy following the Allied invasion. 7th June 1944

Audrey Hepburn speaking at UNICEF after returning from a trip to Somalia. 29th September 1992

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"Unleashing the Power of Charity: A Journey through Time and Generosity" Step into history at the Royal Air Force Display Poster in Hendon, where acts soared to new heights. Witness the selflessness that built a community at Manchester Warehousemen Orphan Schools in Cheadle Hulme. Find solace and compassion at Mount Pleasant Hotel in Kings Cross, London, where hearts opened wide to those in need. Follow the footsteps on Christmas Steps in Bristol, where kindness paved the way for brighter futures. Marvel at Batoni's masterpiece "Return of the Prodigal Son, " capturing a timeless tale of forgiveness and love. The Royal Air Force Display Poster reminds us how even heroes extend their hands towards charitable causes. Witness bravery personified as crew members from Barry lifeboat Arthur and Blanche Harris Frederick Batten and Eric Fry save lives against all odds. Remember Freddie Mercury's philanthropic spirit alongside his legendary music career with British rock group Queen. Reflect upon Eleazer Wheelock's noble act founding Dartmouth College back in 1770, shaping countless lives through education. Honor Ken Bean and Ieuan Bateman, crewmen of Fishguard and Goodwick Lifeboat who exemplify courage intertwined with charity. In this tapestry of humanity, these hints remind us that charity knows no boundaries or limitations, and is an enduring force that unites us all – whether it be through artistry or lifesaving endeavors – reminding us to give generously without expecting anything in return.