South Carolina Lighthouses
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South Carolina Lighthouses
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Author : Margie Willis Clary
language : en
Publisher: Arcadia Library Editions
Release Date : 2008-07
South Carolina Lighthouses written by Margie Willis Clary and has been published by Arcadia Library Editions this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-07 with History categories.
Boasting one of the oldest lighthouses in North America and the most working lighthouses today, South Carolina has a long seafaring history. In 1767, the Morris Island Lighthouse was built at the entrance to Charleston Harbor, and before 1860, there were lighthouses in Georgetown, Cape Romain, Bull's Bay, and Hunting Island. During the Civil War, all lighthouses on the eastern coast were darkened. Many were destroyed. After the war, towers that had been damaged were repaired, and additional lights were erected on Daufuskie and Hilton Head Islands. In 1962, the new Charleston Light on Sullivan's Island replaced the Morris Island Lighthouse, which was suffering from erosion by the ever-encroaching sea. The new light contained an elevator and two rotating beacons capable of producing 28 million candlepower, a light that can be seen 26 miles out to sea. At that time, it was considered one of the most powerful lights in the Western Hemisphere.
A History Of South Carolina Lighthouses
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Author : John Hairr
language : en
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Release Date : 2014-02-25
A History Of South Carolina Lighthouses written by John Hairr and has been published by Arcadia Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-02-25 with History categories.
Before radar, depth finders and satellite-guided navigation, long before the seafloor was charted with scientific precision, mariners relied on lighthouses to approach a coastline safely. South Carolina's history with lighthouses goes back nearly two and a half centuries. At Cape Romain, a windmill was converted into a lighthouse. St. Philip's Church in Charleston was converted into a beacon for seafarers to aid navigation to the Holy City. With such a long and storied past, the story of South Carolina's lighthouses is inseparable from its maritime history. Join author John Hairr as he recounts the fascinating history of these beacons that have shone above the shores of the Palmetto State.
South Carolina Lighthouses 15 Historic Postcards
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Author : Margie Willis Clary
language : en
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Release Date : 2008-07
South Carolina Lighthouses 15 Historic Postcards written by Margie Willis Clary and has been published by Arcadia Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-07 with History categories.
North Carolina Lighthouses
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Author : Bruce Roberts
language : en
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Release Date : 2011-09-01
North Carolina Lighthouses written by Bruce Roberts and has been published by Rowman & Littlefield this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-09-01 with Architecture categories.
A stunning, full-color celebration of some of the world’s most famous lighthouses, the shoreline they stand on, and the people who have worked to protect them The lore and history of North Carolina’s seafaring past comes to life in the text by Cheryl Shelton-Roberts and photographs by Bruce Roberts.
Lighthouses Of The Carolinas
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Author : Terrance Zepke
language : en
Publisher: Pineapple Press Inc
Release Date : 1998
Lighthouses Of The Carolinas written by Terrance Zepke and has been published by Pineapple Press Inc this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1998 with History categories.
The author presents historical and contemporary photographs of the lighthouses of the Carolinas, stories of how they were built and of the people who lived and worked there, and information concerning visits to the surrounding areas.
South Carolina Lighthouses
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Author : John Hairr
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2003-01-01
South Carolina Lighthouses written by John Hairr and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003-01-01 with Lighthouses categories.
A first-time guide to all South Carolina lighthouses and their rich maritime history. Stories abound from a church that served as a range light to a lighthouse on Ft. Sumter and what happened to it during the Civil War and after.
North Carolina Lighthouses
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Author : David Stick
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1980
North Carolina Lighthouses written by David Stick and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1980 with Lighthouses categories.
Lighthouses Of The Carolinas For Kids
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Author : Terrance Zepke
language : en
Publisher: Pineapple Press Inc
Release Date : 2009
Lighthouses Of The Carolinas For Kids written by Terrance Zepke and has been published by Pineapple Press Inc this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
The history of and facts about lighthouses along the Carolina coasts. Includes color photos and illustrations, ghost stories, and a quiz.
North Carolina Lighthouses And Lifesaving Stations
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Author : John Hairr
language : en
Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
Release Date : 2004
North Carolina Lighthouses And Lifesaving Stations written by John Hairr and has been published by Arcadia Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004 with History categories.
Since the earliest days of European exploration, mariners have heard tales and relayed their own stories of North Carolina's perilous shoreline. With bold capes jutting into the ocean, sandy shoals extending miles offshore, fickle weather, and treacherous currents, it is no wonder that the coastline of the Old North State came to be known as the "The Graveyard of the Atlantic." The inherent dangers of traveling North Carolina's coast long ago gave rise to a fascinating and world-renowned strand of lighthouses and lifesaving stations from Currituck to Cape Fear. For more than two centuries, these bright beacons of safety have guided ships into busy harbors, signaled dangerous navigational obstacles, and warmed the hearts of homesick travelers. Their unique shapes and stoic beauty, as well as the adventures and lore that surround them, have elevated North Carolina's lighthouses to a legendary level far beyond their practical purposes. Indeed, they have become symbols of a brave and triumphant way of life. As the use of satellite navigation increases, many of the lighthouses along the coast are being phased out of operation. Not surprisingly, a new wave of travelers have begun making pilgrimages, whether by land or sea, to visit these famous landmarks. Tourists from all over the world now make the journey to lighthouses at Currituck Beach, Bodie Island, Cape Hatteras, and others. North Carolina Lighthouses and Lifesaving Stations presents to readers the tales behind the lighthouses, illuminating their past in both word and image.
Lighthouses Of The Carolinas
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Author : Terrance Zepke
language : en
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Release Date : 2011-09-01
Lighthouses Of The Carolinas written by Terrance Zepke and has been published by Rowman & Littlefield this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-09-01 with Photography categories.
Eighteen lighthouses still stand in the Carolinas, from Currituck Lighthouse near the Virginia border down to Haig Point Lighthouse near the border with Georgia. Author Zepke tells how they were built and how they have weathered hurricanes, erosion, and neglect. Some are open to visitors; others can be seen from the coast or on a passing boat. In this second edition, all the travel guide information is updated, along with new sections on light keepers, the U.S. Lighthouse Board, and a timeline.