The foundation of the Duncannon Lifeboat Station

The foundation of the Duncannon Lifeboat Station

1869 was an important date in the history of Waterford Harbour.  In September of that year, a new lifeboat was placed at Duncannon, Co Wexford on the eastern shore of the harbour.  Although it was only in place for 17 years and launched 8 times it saved 43 lives...
Passing of the PS Ida

Passing of the PS Ida

On Saturday 1st July 1902 the Paddle Steamer Ida ceased operation on the New Ross to Waterford run. The paddle steamers had commenced from the town in 1836 when the newly formed Waterford Steamship Company saw a means of getting agricultural produce to the city...