Launching The Surf Boat (1897 Original Black & White Film)

Experience the daring rescue efforts of the Pacific Coast Life Saving Service in this captivating black and white film from 1897. Watch as the courageous crew, dressed in cork jackets, braves the treacherous surf to reach a stranded vessel. This historic footage offers a glimpse into the heroic work of the U.S. Life Saving Service, showcasing their unwavering commitment to saving lives at sea.

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Blechynden, F., Thomas A. Edison, I., Fort Point Life-Saving Station, U. S., United States Life-Saving Service, United States Revenue-Cutter Service, Paper Print Collection & Niver. (1897) Launch of Surf Boat. White, J. H. U., prod United States: Edison Manufacturing Co. [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/2014600162