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The Homely Tug: Britain’s Channel Lifeline On Wave and Wind
A nostalgic portrait of the coast tugboat culture from Blackfriars Bridge to the Land's End. The piece describes tug power, crew life, and the dramatic scenes during storms as tugs defend ships, chase liners, and aid wrecks. It explores the tugman's hard life, risks, moral code, and the craft's vital role in Channel rescues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thames
Regan
Goodwins
Ramsgate Ufeboat
Gowdwin Sands
Deal
Toile
Tharses
Dungeness