On the 12th January 1899, an incredible rescue took place off the Exmoor coast in the south-west of England.  The bravery and sheer tenacity on display by ordinary folk led to an extraordinary rescue and saved the lives of all aboard the stricken ship, Forrest Hall.  

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Originally filmed for episode #2 of 'This Week in British History'. You can watch the full episode here -  https://youtu.be/x9MXrBmxc7Q  

For more information about the Lifeboat Louisa and the heroic rescue efforts of the 12th January 1899 visit https://louisalifeboat.weebly.com/ 

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