1. The initial purpose of the Coastguard was revenue protection, but this changed during the 19th century to that of naval reserve. 2. In the 1920s life-saving responsibilities became the Coastguard’s primary role, along with coastal observation. 3. Over the last two centuries the number of stations has fluctuated, reaching a peak of over 500 in the early 20th century. 4. The more isolated stations were required to be self-sufficient and in addition to the accommodation and storage facilities there mightRead more