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Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2009
ISBN 10: 1104136430 ISBN 13: 9781104136437
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Published by Legare Street Press 2022-10, 2022
ISBN 10: 1015932851 ISBN 13: 9781015932852
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Add to basketPaperback. Condition: 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.
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Add to basketPaperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book provides an historical overview of the US Life Saving Service from its 1871 inception to 1889. The author combines this with detailed descriptions of the organization, methods, personnel, stations and equipment employed by the service in performing rescues at sea and along the coasts of the Great Lakes. The author conducted extensive research resulting in this detailed historical account. The book is a valuable source of information for anyone interested in maritime history, specifically the history of lifesaving techniques. It reveals how the US Life Saving Service developed into the efficient organization it is today, saving countless lives and playing a vital role in American maritime safety. 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.
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Add to basketPaperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a compelling portrait of American heroism through the lens of the United States Life-Saving Service, an organization dedicated to rescuing individuals from shipwrecks. It delves into the lives of these courageous men, highlighting their unwavering dedication and the perilous conditions they faced on the treacherous shores. The author skillfully places the narrative within the broader context of maritime history, showcasing the evolution of lifesaving efforts and the crucial role played by organizations like the Massachusetts Humane Society. The book's thematic depth extends beyond mere accounts of daring rescues, exploring the values of selflessness, compassion, and community spirit that defined these lifesavers. It delves into the personal stories and motivations of individuals like Joshua James, a legendary figure in the service, whose life exemplified unwavering commitment to saving lives. Through vivid descriptions of harrowing rescues and the camaraderie among lifesavers, the book captures the essence of human resilience and the triumph of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Ultimately, this book serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of the United States Life-Saving Service and its profound impact on maritime safety and the lives of countless individuals who found themselves at the mercy of the sea. 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.
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Published by Creative Media Partners, LLC, 2022
ISBN 10: 1016233779 ISBN 13: 9781016233774
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Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2009
ISBN 10: 1104136430 ISBN 13: 9781104136437
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Published by Sierra Club, San Francisco, 1948
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Magazine / Periodical First Edition
Original Printed Wrappers. Condition: Near Fine. Fletcher Hoyt; William Hall; Haven Jorgensen; Lowell Sumner (illustrator). First Edition. San Francisco: Sierra Club, 1948. First Edition. March, 1948 [Vol 33, No.3]. Original printed wrappers, 9" x 6". Photographs. Minimal wear; near fine to fine, all around. Color frontis of Mount Waddington, plus 32 B&W plates, including eight by Fletcher Hoyt, eight by William Hail, eight by Haven Jorgensen, five by Lowell Sumner, others. Articles include: Waddington Country - 1947 (Robin Hansen); Wildlife, Conserve, Manage, or Lament ? (Milton Hildebrand); Are Mules Necessary ? (David R. Brower); Frostbite: Its Physiology and Treatment (H. Stewart Kimball, M.D.); Babes in Sierra-Land (Daniel H. Condit); "Go and Look Behind the Ranges" (John Thomas Howell); Hans Huth and His Story (David R. Brower); Yosemite: The Story of an Idea (Hans Huth); Yosemite's Fatal Beauty (William E. Colby); Moraines with Ice Cores in the Sierra Nevada (Francois E. Matthes); Surveying California's Ski Terrain (David R. Brower and Richard H. Felter); Five Days and Nights on the Lost Arrow (Anton Nelson); The First Ascent of Mount Confederation (John D. Mendenhall); and a variety of regular departments. SC1.
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