sentences:  It is traditional for crews to be asked for their input on what type of boat is to be supplied.In May 1914 a new lifeboat was offered to Rye Harbour to replace the "John William Dudly" a self-righting 10-oar pulling and sailing Liverpool class in service since 1900.At the invitation of the Institution the then coxswain, William Southerden, and two of the crew were invited to visit three lifeboat stations and inspect the different types of boats, doing similar work to that of the Rye Harbour boat.