What is recorded here

This blue commemorative plaque records: The heroes of the Provident BM 291 on the 1st January 1915, in stormy seas, sailing trawler provident rescued 70 men out of a pinnace from the torpedoed HMS Formidable. Captain William Pillar, Crewman William Carter and John Clarke, Apprentice Dan Taylor and Cabin Boy Leonard Pillar Recorded plaque organisation: Torbay Civic Society.

On January 1, 1915, the Provident BM 291, under Captain William Pillar, rescued 70 men from a pinnace after HMS Formidable was torpedoed; this daring rescue in stormy seas highlighted the bravery of the crew including Crewman William Carter, John Clarke, Apprentice Dan Taylor, and Cabin Boy Leonard Pillar.

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