02034cam a22003253u 4500 24685 UtSlPG 20260610133551.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 VK Treanor, Thomas Stanley Heroes of the Goodwin Sands Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-02-25 E-text prepared by Al Haines "Heroes of the Goodwin Sands" by Thomas Stanley Treanor is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work recounts the courageous tales of the Deal boatmen, who valiantly risk their lives for those stranded on the perilous sands off the Kent coast. Through detailed narratives of maritime rescues, it shines a light on the bravery and selflessness typical of these local heroes. The opening of the book provides essential background about the Goodwin Sands, a notorious maritime area where vessels frequently become stranded. It describes the dangerous conditions faced by the Deal boatmen, who must often navigate treacherous waters to execute daring rescues. The author shares his own experiences and observations as Missions to Seamen Chaplain, emphasizing the significance of these rescues and the often-overlooked heroism of the boatmen. The detailed accounts set the tone for a narrative that not only pays tribute to these noble rescuers but also explores the formidable challenges and dangers they face in their essential work. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Lifesaving -- Great Britain Shipwrecks Goodwin Sands (England) https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24685 65686 65686