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Coveracks new lifeboat, 1954
Coveracks new lifeboat, William Taylor of Oldham, being hauled up the slipway on 24th July 1954. It cost 25, 000 to build. Cornwall. Date: 1954
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1954 24th Coverack Hauled Lifeboat Lifeboats May19 Oldham Slipway Taylor
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This evocative photograph captures the moment of triumph as Coverack's new lifeboat, named "William Taylor of Oldham," is hauled up the slipway on 24th July 1954. The lifeboat, which cost an impressive £25,000 to build, had arrived in the picturesque Cornish village just a few days prior, much to the excitement of the local community. The lifeboat, built by the renowned firm J. Samuel White Ltd. in Cowes, Isle of Wight, was a state-of-the-art addition to Coverack's maritime fleet. Its arrival marked a significant investment in the safety and wellbeing of the residents and visitors to this beautiful coastal village. The scene in the photograph is one of industrious teamwork, as local volunteers and members of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) work together to bring the lifeboat up the slipway and onto dry land. The determination and dedication of these individuals are palpable, as they ensure the new lifeboat is securely in place, ready for its first mission. The photograph transports us back to the 1950s, a time when the importance of community spirit and the power of collective effort were at the forefront of everyday life. The arrival of the "William Taylor of Oldham" was not just a symbol of safety and security for Coverack, but also a testament to the resilience and determination of its people.
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