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'Through self-sacrifice and heroism, Robert Blyth refused to ascend and leave his comrades to perish.'

Listen to today's astonishing story from 1898.



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'Several other lads ran off, but Frank Lines, gallantly effected the rescue of Cochran by crawling out on the dangerous surface and helping him out of the hole.'

Today's story from 1891 shows the bravery of an eight-year-old boy.


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The Gulf of Aden was known to be infested with sharks, but that did not stop a brave Officer who risked his life to save a man.

Please listen to today's story from 1890 read by Rollo Grandy - Supporter, the Royal Humane Society.



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Today's story from 1889 in which a young girl from Ireland was saved is read by one of our youngest supporters from Queen's College. Well done and thank you Anais! Please listen to the full story below.


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In today's story from 1895, a woman saved three people from drowning showing that bravery can be a beacon of hope and a reminder of the power of human kindness.



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Today's brilliant story from
1897 in which a Seaman saved two people from a capsized boat.

Read by Sheridan Swallow - Trustee, the Royal Humane Society.


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'Instantly catching hold of the main-sheet, Mr. Swann jumped after him, and being a good swimmer caught the man as he rose to the surface...'

Listen to today's story from 1896.



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'Battison then went on the ice, actually dived under it, got hold of the girl, and in coming up broke the ice with his head...'

Another brilliant story of determination.



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As we continue to showcase stories in our 250th year, we're reminded of how many young lives have been saved. Please listen to today's story from 1887  in which a four year old boy was rescued from a well near Basingstoke.



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'Before arriving at this part of the river the boat struck an old railway pier, and as it swung round Miss Hardange managed to jump out on to the pier...'

To find out what happened in today's story from 1893, please listen below.



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'A violent thunderstorm, accompanied by rain, broke over at 2.30 a.m. on the 20th October, 1894.

Listen to today's story in which not one but several lives were saved.



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In 1892 a Works Manager battled sulphuretted gases to save two men!

Listen to today's story read by David Lloyd-Edwards - Supporter, the Royal Humane Society.



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Our lead pharmacist and Fellow Royal Pharmaceutical Society - Ade Williams read today's story from the archives of the The Royal Humane Society

The epitomises the intuitive and caring nature of humanity defined by generous kindness and selflessness.

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The Royal Humane Society is 250 Years old this year and they are offering you and I the opportunity to become a Governor for just £ 100. Take a look at this very brief video that explains more. Thank you, Brendan
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