Survivors of the storm. Incredible stories of courage and compassion

The Royal National Lifeboat Institution is a charity founded in 1824 thanks to voluntary donations, which is dedicated to saving lives at sea, forming a rescue service, coastal guard teams, and offering safety courses. The founder of the charity, Sir William Hillary, proclaimed: If there is courage, nothing is impossible! In nearly 200 years of its existence, the RNLI has managed to save 142,500 lives. Against the backdrop of poignant and life-affirming stories, we hear detailed accounts from eyewitnesses of several of the most dramatic rescue operations in the last 20 years. We observe events through the eyes of the rescuers themselves and witness episodes when these brave people have to make fateful decisions, cope with the harshest weather conditions, and find their way out of difficult and truly dangerous situations. In each of these remarkable stories, there is a place for courage, risk, and unwavering dedication to their cause - the fight against the forces of nature for every saved human life. Behind the actions of the crew members lie optimism, courage, and passion - the three main components of any success. The genuine joy of being part of something significant, filling the hearts of volunteers and coast guard employees in such moments, is undoubtedly transmitted to anyone who discovers this collection.