Metropolis

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USLSS in NC: A noble community

By Jen Carlson On January 31, 1878, the wooden steamer, Metropolis, ran aground about 4 ½ miles south ...

courage

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USLSS in NC: Unwavering Courage

By Jen Carlson In the wee hours of November 24, 1877, the steamer Huron stranded itself about two ...

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USLSS in NC: Dedicated to Duty

By Jen Carlson One of the most tragic events during the United States LifeSaving Service time was the ...

persistence

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USLSS in NC: Persistence is key

By Jen Carlson On November 25, 1875, high winds and heavy sea caused the boat of four fishermen ...

succeed

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USLSS in NC: The Legacy of Lifesaving

By Jen Carlson In 1871, The United States Life-Saving Service, which is the predecessor of today’s United States ...

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