A STATUE in memory of eight Hoylake lifeboatment who lost their lives in a heroic rescue bid in December 200 years ago has been unveiled at hoylake

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Better late than never, Thank God today's Lifeboat men have better equipment to go along with their dedication and bravery,What they had 200 years ago to help others in distress was nothing but guts, they were men of a very special breed.