This year the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) celebrates 200 years of saving lives at sea. It all began in the early 18th century with rescuing sailors and passengers from many wrecks. From there the RNLI was founded and has developed from strength to strength, from modest beginnings of a few volunteers , early life jackets, developing self righting boats to the international charity life saving organisation it is today.
Louise Nixon is the Vice President of the Kirkintilloch and District Society of Antiquaries. She has been a RNLI sea safety and Education Volunteer for 20 years, attending and delivering the water safety message at major events schools, youth groups, scouts, Guides, BB and at clubs and societies for all age groups.
