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Kisby Ring

A buoyant lifesaving ring designed to be thrown to a person in the water, to prevent drowning. The "kisby ring" is thought to be named after Thomas Kisbee (1792-1877) who was a British naval officer.

Added: 2014-11-01 Last modified: 2014-11-01

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