Ships Passing New Cape Henry Lighthouse
by Jemmy Archer
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Ships Passing New Cape Henry Lighthouse
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Jemmy Archer
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Photograph - Photograph
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Ships Passing New Cape Henry Lighthouse
While in the lantern room of the Old Cape Henry Lighthouse, enjoyed this spectacular view of ships crossing the bay in the distance beyond the New Cape Henry Lighthouse.
Two lighthouses stand at Cape Henry, guardians to the gateway of the Chesapeake Bay.
The First Cape Henry Lighthouse was built in 1792. The original lighthouse was the first construction project authorized by the new United States under is fledgling Constitution. Build of stone by John McComb Jr. it was completed in October of 1792 at a cost of $17,700. During the civil war it was damaged by Confederate forces and repaired by Union forces to provide navigation services into the Chesapeake Bay. In 1881, after concerns arose about the stability of this lighthouse, a second lighthouse was built. The second Cape Henry Lighthouse was completed in 1881 and sits approximately 350 feet from the first lighthouse. This lighthouse, painted black and white, is maintained and operated by the U.S. Coast Guard, has been automated and remains in service today. Thanks to the National Park Service for this information.
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January 27th, 2018
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