The Jouett-Hoff Life-Saving Buoy - The Apparatus, Impelled by the Wind and Sea, Carrying a Line from a Stranded Vessel to the Shore.

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• PUBLISHER: Frank Leslie's Illustrated Newspaper, June 14, 1879.

• MEDIUM: Wood engraving, modern handcolor,

  DATE: 1879.

• EDITION SIZE: Image size 6 7/8 x 9 1/4" (17.2 x 23.5

• DESCRIPTION: The Jouett-Hoff buoy, invented by Captain James E. Jouett and Lieutenant-Commander William Bainbridge Hoff, represents a critical advancement in life-saving technology, particularly for situations where a vessel is stranded on a lee shore—a scenario fraught with danger as the wind and surf relentlessly push the vessel towards land. The buoy is designed to utilize the force of the wind and waves to carry a line from the ship to the shore, establishing a vital connection that can save lives and property. It is equipped with watertight tanks, a line reel, and a specially designed shield or head that anchors the buoy securely upon reaching the beach. This innovation addresses the limitations of traditional mortar-fired lines by ensuring the line originates from the distressed ship, increasing the chances of a successful rescue. The buoy's simple yet effective design allows it to be deployed quickly by anyone aboard, making it a powerful tool in the arsenal of life-saving apparatus. This technological breakthrough, highlighted in this 1879 wood engraving, underscores the relentless pursuit of safety and innovation within the United States Life-Saving Service.

• ADDITIONAL INFO: This piece is in a 14 x 11" mat for handling.

• CONDITION: Good condition, narrow top margin.

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• CATEGORIES: 18th-19th Century Subjects , Naval, Nautical & Marine , Shipwrecks