Pea Island Life-Saving Station History

The video tells the story of the Pea Island Life-Saving Station, the first all-black crew in the U.S. Life-Saving Service, led by Richard Etheridge. Despite being born a slave, Etheridge became a skilled leader, guiding his crew through numerous rescues, including a famous 1896 mission. The station's history is preserved in a museum, highlighting its overlooked legacy and eventual recognition with a gold medal.

What is the significance of the Pea Island Life-Saving Station?

• It was the first and only all-black life-saving station.

• It was the largest life-saving station in the U.S.

• It was the first integrated life-saving station.

• It was the first life-saving station to use motorboats.

Who was Richard Etheridge?

• A famous African-American inventor.

• The first African-American president of the United States.

• A renowned African-American author.

• The first African-American keeper in the U.S. Life-Saving Service.

What event led to Richard Etheridge becoming the keeper of the Pea Island Station?

• A major fire at the station.

• Two tragic shipwrecks near the station.

• A hurricane that destroyed the station.

• A government mandate for diversity.

What was the name of the schooner involved in the 1896 rescue operation?

• The S.S. Minnow

• The E.S. Newman

• The H.M.S. Victory

• The U.S.S. Constitution

How many lives were saved during the 1896 rescue operation?

• Eleven

• Nine

• Five

• Seven

What is unique about the rescue boat displayed at the museum?

• It is made entirely of metal.

• It is the largest boat in the museum.

• It is the actual boat used in the rescues.

• It is a replica of the original boat.

Where can visitors learn more about the Pea Island Life-Saving Station?

• At the local library.

• At the Pea Island Cookhouse Museum.

• At the town hall.

• At the local school.

Who was part of the last Pea Island crew before it was decommissioned?

• Richard Etheridge

• Tommy Newman

• Herbert Collins

• Joan Collins

How long did it take for Etheridge and his crew to be recognized with a gold life-saving medal?

• 150 years

• 100 years

• 75 years

• 50 years

Where is a special presentation about the Pea Island lifesavers being held?

• At the North Carolina Aquarium in Manteo

• At the local library

• At the town hall

• At the local school