THIS LIFEBOAT IS SIMILAR TO THE VESSEL on which the Sumner Lifeboat Institution has an option from the Royal National Lifeboat Institution in Britain. It is powered by twin diesel engines, has covered cabin space for crew and rescued person, and is equipped with radio and radar gear. It can accommodate 40 persons as well as the crew.
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Press, Volume CVIII, Issue 31761, 19 August 1968, Page 1
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58THIS LIFEBOAT IS SIMILAR TO THE VESSEL on which the Sumner Lifeboat Institution has an option from the Royal National Lifeboat Institution in Britain. It is powered by twin diesel engines, has covered cabin space for crew and rescued person, and is equipped with radio and radar gear. It can accommodate 40 persons as well as the crew. Press, Volume CVIII, Issue 31761, 19 August 1968, Page 1
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