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Lifeboat Crew and boat - Atlantic City, New Jersey, USA Date: 1908
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Lifeboat Crew and boat - Atlantic City, New Jersey, USA Date: 1908
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This evocative image captures the brave and selfless actions of the Atlantic City Lifeboat Crew in the United States, as they prepare to launch their vessel in the icy waters of the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of New Jersey in 1908. The dedicated team of lifeboatmen, all clad in their distinctive red and yellow life vests, are seen aboard their sturdy wooden boat, ready to answer the call of a distressed mariner in the treacherous waters that have long claimed the lives of many seafarers. The United States Life-Saving Service, the precursor to the United States Coast Guard, was established in 1848 to combat the high number of shipwrecks and loss of life along the country's vast coastline. Atlantic City, located in southern New Jersey, was a popular tourist destination and a busy port, making the need for a strong and effective life-saving force all the more crucial. This photograph, taken in 1908, offers a rare glimpse into the daily life of these unsung heroes, who risked their own lives to save others. The crew's unwavering commitment to their duty is evident in their focused expressions and the readiness of their equipment. The image also serves as a reminder of the power and unpredictability of the sea, and the vital role that the brave men and women of the lifeboat crews played in ensuring the safety of those who ventured out onto its waters. This powerful photograph, with its rich historical significance, is a testament to the courage and selflessness of the Atlantic City Lifeboat Crew and the United States Life-Saving Service, and is a valuable addition to any collection focused on maritime history, American history, or the history of heroism and bravery.
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