Founded in 1824 as the National Institution for the Preservation of Life from Shipwreck, the organisation soon gained patronage from King George IV and later became the RNLI.
In the 200 years since, lifeboat stations have become beacons of safety and key features of the UK's coastal heritage, while churches and memorials also commemorate those who risked their lives to save others.
An interactive map of landmarks connected to RNLI history has been set up by Historic England and the two organisations want the public to add their own pictures, videos, stories and memories to the Missing Pieces Project.
The Department for Culture, Media and Sport, with advice from Historic England, has listed the Church of St Mary in Cadgwith Cornwall's on south coast, and the grave monument to sailor James Gall, in Barrow-in Furness, Cumbria.
The Rev Henry Vyvyan, St Mary's first vicar, active in the RNLI and won its silver gallantry medal.
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