Henry Blogg black plaque

This black commemorative plaque records: Henry Blogg G.C. B.E.M. Coxswain of Cromer life-boats 1909-1947 Winner of the R.N.L.I. Gold Medal for Conspicuous Gallantry 3 times of its Silver Medal 4 times with the help of his gallant crew rescued 873 lives during 53 years of service - One of the bravest men who ever lived Died June 13th 1954

Henry Blogg was a renowned lifeboat coxswain at Cromer from 1909 to 1947, celebrated for his extraordinary bravery and skill in rescuing 873 lives over his career; he is remembered for winning the RNLI Gold Medal three times and Silver Medal four times.