American Coastal Rescue Craft
A Design History of Coastal Rescue Craft Used by the USLSS and USCG
William D Wilkinson author Timothy R Dring author James C Bradford editor Gene Allen Smith editor
Format:Set / collection
Publisher:University Press of Florida
Published:1st Jul '09
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William Wilkinson and Timothy Dring provide detailed history and technical design information on each and every type of small rescue craft ever used by the United States Life-Saving Service and United States Coast Guard, from the early 1800s to current day. By looking at these vessels, many of which featured innovative designs, they shed light on the brave men and women who served in USLSS and USCG stations, saving innumerable lives. In the book and on the accompanying CD, rare photographs and drawings of each type of boat accompany detailed design histories, specifications, and station assignments for each craft. Including motorized, wind-powered, and human-powered vessels, this work will become an important reference for maritime historians, rescue craft preservation groups, and museums, as well as members of the general public interested in these craft.
The most comprehensive work on the coastal rescue craft of the U.S. Coast Guard and U.S. Life-Saving Service. This work should be consulted by anyone interested in maritime search and rescue, especially from shore-based stations. - Dennis Noble, author of The Rescue of the Gale Runner ""Provides a detailed history of a very proud element of American maritime history, the development and evolution of the coastal rescue craft of the United States Life-Saving Service and its successor, the United States Coast Guard."" - Clayton Evans, active member of the Canadian Coast Guard
ISBN: 9780813033341
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 802g
384 pages