Ship Shipping Collection

A tight squeeze. The USS Saratoga (CV-3) the US Navys largest ship, and the largest aeroplane carrier in the world, the largest ship ever to go through the Panama Canal. 29 February 1928

Celebrating the 175th anniversary at the RNLI station, Atlantic college, St. Donats. Pictured here are students Richard Noyes, aged 18 of St

RNLI Barry Lifeboat crew and guests at the new Jackson Bay station. 2nd August 1991

Barry lifeboat member Hugh Davies. 19th January 1998

Barry lifeboat member Daniel Brown. 19th January 1998

RNLI lifeboat at sea. Circa 1990s

Kevin Gardener and Steven Buck, both rescued from a cabin cruiser by the RNLI. 2nd March 1999

Barry lifeboat member Ted Powell. 1st March 1999

The new Penarth lifeboat Spirit of Penarth with crew members Philip Dutfield, Martyn Bromley, Gareth Wigmore, and Karl Lawrence. 15th May 1996

John Batty, Chairman of the Vale, and Ray Brown, Coxswain of the Barry lifeboat. 1st March 1999

Barry lifeboat member Richie Tutton. 19th January 1998

Barry lifeboat member Ray Brown. 19th January 1998

The old Barry lifeboat with its replacement the Margaret Frances Love. 5th April 1997

Barry lifeboat member Keith Carroll. 19th January 1998

Barry lifeboat member Colin Davies. 19th January 1998

Barry lifeboat member Trevor Harris. 19th January 1998

Barry lifeboat crewman Phil Cummins who received the gold badge for 22 years service. 3rd June 1998

Barry lifeboat member Barry Chick. 19th January 1998

Barry lifeboat crew member Vicki Phillips. 19th January 1998

Barry lifeboat member Andy Lucas. 19th January 1998

Barry lifeboat member Martin Hellyar. 19th January 1998

Barry lifeboat member Gerry Adams. 19th January 1998

The Porthcawl lifeboat with crew on board. 29th April 1998

Barry lifeboat member Dave Phillips. 19th January 1998

Barry lifeboat member Dave Moore. 18th January 1998

RNLI flag at Barry Dock Lifeboat station. Circa 1990s

The Barry lifeboat the Mary Frances Love. 4th March 1999

Crew on board the Barry lifeboat the Mary Frances Love. Circa 1990s

Tenby lifeboat at sea. 13th December 1990 DUPE OF LB 077 Colour 01504770

RNLI lifeboat at sea. 31st December 1990

Barry lifeboat member John Burston. 19th January 1998

Barry lifeboat member John Davies. 18th January 1998

Barry lifeboat member Ivor Swarts. 18th January 1998

The Barry lifeboat in action. Circa 1990s

Barry lifeboat member Ray Finn. 18th January 1998

Barry lifeboat member Ted Powell. 18th January 1998

The Arun lifeboat with its replacement the Margaret Frances Love. 5th April 1997

The old Barry lifeboat The Arun with its replacement The Margaret Frances Love. 5th April 1997

The Barry lifeboat The Margaret Frances Love in action. 19th January 1998

Barry lifeboat member Stuart McMillan. 18th January 1998

The Barry lifeboat The Margaret Frances Love. 19th January 1998

Porthcawl lifeboat crew left to right: Stuart Roberts (senior helmsman), Simon Ladbrooke and Laurie Dowell (both crew men). 3rd March 1999

The Barry lifeboat in action. 16th April 1998

RNLI crew member with bicycle. Circa 1990s

David Morgan (store chairman) and HTVs Nicola Heywood Thomas launch the RNLI 175th anniversary pin. Circa 1990s

Trials of Britains latest cruiser. Britains latest cruiser, HMS Cornwall, leaving Plymouth to complete her trials before commissioning for the China Station. 13 October 1927

HMS Saumarez a Parker class destroyer leader at Plymouth 27 February 1928

Americas naval development. Another queer sea monster. the USS Lexington, photographed in the Fore River Ship Yards, Quincy, Mass. 23 December 1927

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"Ship Shipping: A Tight Squeeze for the USS Saratoga (CV-3), the US Navy's Largest Ship" Celebrating its 175th anniversary at the RNLI station, Atlantic College, St. Donats, ship shipping took center stage. The grand event brought together remarkable individuals and unforgettable moments. The presence of the Barry Lifeboat crew and esteemed guests at the new Jackson Bay station added an air of excitement to this historic occasion. Among them were heroes like Hugh Davies, whose bravery on January 19th, 1998 saved lives alongside Kevin Gardener and Steven Buck who were rescued from a cabin cruiser by the RNLI. Ted Powell, a dedicated member of the Barry lifeboat team since March 1st, 1999, showcased his unwavering commitment to maritime safety. His passion echoed through every wave as he stood tall among his fellow crew members. The unveiling of Penarth lifeboat Spirit of Penarth marked yet another milestone in ship shipping history. John Batty, Chairman of Vale along with Ray Brown - Coxswain of Barry lifeboat - shared their joyous pride in witnessing this momentous occasion. Richie Tutton's name resonated with gratitude as he too played a vital role on that fateful day - January 19th, 1998. His heroic efforts will forever be etched in our hearts. Ray Brown's dedication was undeniable; his service to protecting lives at sea earned him admiration far and wide. On that same memorable day - January 19th, 1998 - Ray demonstrated why he is considered one of Barry lifeboat's finest members. As we bid farewell to the old Barry lifeboat and welcomed its replacement Margaret Frances Love into our fleet; Daniel Brown stood proud amongst his comrades on January 19th, 1998 – a date forever etched in our memories.