Grace Darling

he Forfarshire is a good modern ship,’ said Mr Robb. ‘Nothing can happen to a new ship like this. Listen to those fine strong engines!’

Daniel looked down at the big paddle wheel on the side of the ship. It went round and round, down under the white water, and up again … under the water, and up. Then he looked up at t

London, 19th September 1838

Mr Darling and his young daughter saved nine people from the wreck of the Forfarshire. The storm lasted for three days, and they stayed all that time with the Darlings in the lighthouse.
Queen Victoria thinks that Grace Darling is one of the finest young women in this country, and she is writing to thank her. One hundred years from now, people will remember this day.