Dec 17th, 2016 · Comments Off on Gleaming guardian of Chesapeake Bay
by Petty Officer 2nd Class Nate Littlejohn
Lighthouses are built to endure the often brutal natural environments they are intended to mark, but over time take a beating from the elements. Maintaining these structures has in many instances become a shared responsibility, incorporating planning, funding and effort from various levels of government, private organizations and individuals.
At a unique...
Jun 29th, 2011 · Comments Off on Coast Guard transfers management of Long Island Head Light to National Park Service
BOSTON — U.S. Coast Guard officials handed over the management of Long Island Head Light to the National Park Service in a ceremony on Saturday, June 25, 2011.
Lighthouses have become vestiges of maritime culture. GPS devices and other navigational equipment have become stand-ins for the towering beacons and the position of lighthouses has ultimately transitioned to being historical landmarks.
Transferring...
