Saturday, February 05, 2011

UK – Henry Blogg, G.C., B.E.M


One of the Bravest Men Who Ever Lived. Coxswain Henry Blogg (1876-1954) was the RNLI's most decorated lifeboatman. During his 53 years of service Blogg was awarded three Gold and four Silver RNLI medals for gallantry, as well as the George Cross and British Empire Medal. The card shows his awards and all his medals. With the assistance of his dedicated crew, he launched some 387 times and helped to save 873 lives around the Cromer coast. This card will always be very special for me. Thank you Mary.