On September 7, 1838, Grace Darling participated in the rescue of nine survivors from the shipwrecked SS Forfarshire.
On September 7, 1838, during a severe storm, the SS Forfarshire was wrecked on the Harcar Rocks nearby Longstone Lighthouse, where Grace Darling's family lived. Observing survivors clinging to the rocks, Grace insisted on a rescue attempt. Despite the dangerous sea conditions, she and her father rowed a small boat to the site, successfully rescuing nine people. This act of bravery and quick thinking earned her fame throughout the United Kingdom. Grace's actions highlighted not only her personal courage but also challenged societal expectations about the capabilities of women, earning her recognition from local societies and even Queen Victoria.