South Tyneside History
| Title | Adelfotis II |
|---|---|
| Reference Number | STH0006772 |
| Photographer | Neal Frank |
| Town or Village | South Shields |
| Date | 20 January 193 |
| Original Format | Black and White Photograph |
| Period | The 1960s |
| Copyright | South Tyneside Libraries |
| Further Information | This Lebenese registered cargo steamer ran aground near the groyne. All 23 seaman were rescued by breeches buoy by the Sunderland and South Shields Volunteer Life Brigades assisted by scores of other volunteers. |
