What is recorded here
This commemorative plaque records: Richard William Roberts 1838-1933 Coxswain and 'Hero of the Goodwin Sands'. Served with North Deal Lifeboat 1865-1907 lived here 1887-1933
Richard William Roberts was a renowned coxswain of the North Deal Lifeboat who served from 1865 to 1907, earning the title 'Hero of the Goodwin Sands' for his bravery and leadership in rescuing numerous lives at sea.
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