Emergency evacuations at sea, involving small craft deployed from sinking or distressed vessels, can sometimes result in tragedy. Such incidents range from capsizing due to overloading or rough seas, to failures in... Read more »
Shipwrecks off the Cornish coast, with their attendant loss of life, have occurred for centuries due to treacherous reefs, sudden storms, and navigational challenges in the area. The need for effective rescue... Read more »
The tragic event off the coast of Cornwall, England, on December 19, 1981, involved the Solomon Browne lifeboat and its crew. Responding to a mayday from the stricken coaster Union Star, the... Read more »
Tragic events involving rescue vessels operating off the coast of Cornwall, England, have punctuated maritime history. These incidents, often occurring during perilous weather conditions while attempting to save lives at sea, highlight... Read more »
The loss of the Solomon Browne and the Union Star cargo vessel off the coast of Cornwall, England, on 19 December 1981, resulted in the tragic deaths of all sixteen crew members.... Read more »
Numerous maritime tragedies have struck the Cornish coast throughout history, involving lifeboats and other vessels. These incidents often occurred during attempts to rescue crews and passengers from foundering ships in treacherous conditions,... Read more »