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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book outlines the history, organization, and methods of the esteemed United States Life-Saving Service, revealing the tremendous efforts made to preserve lives from shipwreck. The detailed account chronicles the Service's humble beginnings on the shores of Maine and New Hampshire to its expansion and establishment of 226 stations along the coasts of the United States, excluding Alaska. The author explores the Service's strategic placement at points of greatest maritime danger and the challenges faced by its personnel due to the varying coastline formations and environmental conditions. The book also delves into the diverse equipment and resources employed, including the iconic surfboat, self-righting lifeboats, breeches-buoy apparatus, and signal systems. Additionally, the author explores the training and qualifications of the surfmen, the keepers who lead them, and the regulations that govern their conduct, emphasizing their bravery, skill, and dedication. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331531005_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331531005
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781331531005
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)