Download or read book Touring New Jersey s Lighthouses written by Mary Beth Temple and published by Schiffer Publishing. This book was released on 2004 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: New Jersey's coastal heritage is a proud one. Though thousands of lives were lost on her rocks and shoals, many more were saved by the constancy of her lights. From fortress-style to Victorian Gothic to iron towers thrust into the sky, New Jersey's lighthouses came in all shapes and sizes. Eleven are accessible today, and all have something to add to a visitor's appreciation of the history of the Jersey Shore.Come with us now as we explore the long lives of these eleven lighthouses. If you have visited some or all of them, this book will serve as a great memento of your visit. If you haven't, sit back and let us help plan your tour.
Download or read book Guarding New Jersey s Shore written by David Veasey and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2000 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the seventeenth to the twentieth century, New Jersey's low-lying, sandy coast has been the site of thousands of shipwrecks as ships bound for New York City or Philadelphia foundered on its offshore shoals. As coastal and international trade dramatically increased after the War of 1812, the federal government was forced to increase safety aids to mariners. To ensure their safe passage, a series of lighthouses was built and the U.S. Life-Saving Service was created. More than two centuries of the history of New Jersey's treacherous coast are preserved in Guarding New Jersey's Shore: Lighthouses and Life-Saving Stations. Gathered from a wide array of sources, more than 200 historic photographs and fascinating, documented text combine to create the only illustrated history of the state's thirty-eight lighthouses and forty-one life-saving stations. Sandy Hook, built in 1764, is the nation's oldest operating lighthouse. Navesink's Twin Lights was the first lighthouse to use electricity and was the home of Marconi's early radio experiments. From the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor, which once served as a lighthouse, to Cape May Point, and up the Delaware Bay and River, the fascinating story of protecting mariners from perils "Down the Shore" is presented and preserved in Guarding New Jersey's Shore: Lighthouses and Life-Saving Stations.
Download or read book A Guide to New Jersey s Lighthouses written by R. Marilyn Schmidt and published by . This book was released on 1992-04-01 with total page 22 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book New Jersey Lighthouse Guide written by and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 24 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book New Jersey s Lighthouses written by and published by . This book was released on 1984 with total page 12 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Sea Girt Lighthouse written by Bill Dunn and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2016-04-25 with total page 242 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the New Jersey shore community of Sea Girt, where Commodore Robert Stockton's oceanfront mansion had a porch as long as a ship's deck from which he surveyed the waters, a lighthouse was built in 1896. Sea Girt Lighthouse illuminated a dark space, providing a crucial guiding light to passing ships. The station would become a lighthouse of distinction and innovation. In 1920, it was the first land-based lighthouse with a radio beacon transmitter, enabling ships to navigate through fog. During World War II, the Coast Guard extinguished the light, stood watch in the tower, and patrolled the beaches. No matter the mission, the lighthouse met every challenge. In 1956, the town acquired the decommissioned lighthouse, making it the library and recreation center. By 1981, however, the building needed extensive repairs and was at risk of being sold. Concerned residents formed the Sea Girt Lighthouse Citizens Committee to "save our lighthouse." And they did, restoring it, preserving its history, and keeping it busy with community events.
Download or read book Hudson River Lighthouses written by Hudson River Maritime Museum and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2019 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lighthouses were built on the Hudson River in New York between 1826 to 1921 to help guide freight and passenger traffic. One of the most famous was the iconic Statue of Liberty. This fascinating history with photos will bring the time of traffic along the river alive. Set against the backdrop of purple mountains, lush hillsides, and tidal wetlands, the lighthouses of the Hudson River were built between 1826 and 1921 to improve navigational safety on a river teeming with freight and passenger traffic. Unlike the towering beacons of the seacoasts, these river lighthouses were architecturally diverse, ranging from short conical towers to elaborate Victorian houses. Operated by men and women who at times risked and lost their lives in service of safe navigation, these beacons have overseen more than a century of extraordinary technological and social change. Of the dozens of historic lighthouses and beacons that once dotted the Hudson River, just eight remain, including the iconic Statue of Liberty, New York Harbor's great monument to freedom and immigration, which served as an official lighthouse between 1886 and 1902. Hudson River Lighthouses invites readers to explore these unique icons and their fascinating stories.
Download or read book Lighthouses of the Mid Atlantic Coast written by Elinor De Wire and published by Voyageur Press. This book was released on 2011-03-11 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Interest in the history and preservation of lighthouses has never been stronger. Lighthouses of the Mid-Atlantic Coast details the history of lighthouses and much more, and shows why these structures continue to fascinate us. Discover what life for lighthouse keepers was really like. Learn about the history of U.S. colonial lighthouses and the role lighthouses have played in several wars. Meet the brave, nefarious, and colorful characters who served as lighthouse keepers and government overseers. Learn about lighthouse technology and architecture and find out how these treasures are being preserved.
Download or read book Sentinels of the Shore written by Bill Gately and published by Down the Shore Publishing. This book was released on 1998 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When people think of New Jersey's lighthouses, most think of a famous few -- Barnegat, Sandy Hook, Twin Lights and Cape May. But did you know that 49 lighthouses once dotted the coast from New York Harbor down to Cape May and up the Delaware Bay? Twenty-six of them remain standing today. This complete, full-color, hardcover guide includes all of the present and former lighthouses and lightships that are part of the state's maritime history. The book provides historical information as well as stories of the keepers and includes 40 color photographs. Directions to the locations are provided. The book also includes a thorough lighthouse bibliography and a fold-out map of all past and present New Jersey lightstations, and it is just the right size to slip into a large pocket or backpack.
Download or read book Explorer s Guide New Jersey written by Andi Marie Cantele and published by The Countryman Press. This book was released on 2010-03 with total page 587 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The second edition of this guide to the "Garden State" reveals the historic, cultural, and ecological diversity of the state. Includes extensive coverage of the Jersey Shore and Atlantic City. New Jersey is a state full of wonders to surprise curious travelers and residents alike. This guide leads you away from the busy interstate highways to reveal the cultural, historic, and geographical diversity that lies beyond the New Jersey Turnpike. For wine connoisseurs, there are more than 25 wineries that offer tours, tastings, and festivals; for history buffs, New Jersey, known as the "Cockpit of the Revolution," offers battlefield state parks, monuments, and reenactments. And that's not all: New Jersey's 127-mile shoreline has many diverse communities, including the historic Victorian seaside resort of Cape May, itself a national historic landmark; the casinos of Atlantic City; the natural beauty of Island Beach State Park, with sand dune-scattered, long, white beaches, nature trails, birding, surfing, and guided kayak tours; and the hip shore town of Red Bank, with art galleries, boutiques, bistros, and jazz clubs. In addition, this comprehensive guide to the state includes opinionated listings of inns, B&Bs, hotels, and vacation cabins; hundreds of dining reviews, from diners to four-star restaurants; up-to-date maps; an alphabetical "What's Where" subject guide to aid in trip planning; and handy icons that point out family-friendly establishments, wheelchair access, places of special value, and lodgings that accept pets.
Download or read book New Jersey Lighthouse Guide written by and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 20 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book American Lighthouses written by Ray Jones and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2012-07-03 with total page 369 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A celebration of the great American lighthouses, their keepers, their histories, and their ongoing stories For more than two centuries, lighthouses have helped sailors find their way through treacherous waters, guiding them home or taking them safely through passages on their way to adventure. These historic towers and houses form a sparkling chain of lights along our coasts, a reminder of the past echoing with adventure and mystery, a lure for travelers looking for a glimpse into a romantic past. Completely revised and updated, American Lighthouses offers more than just a tour of 450 beautiful and historic navigational beacons dotting the coasts and lakes of the United States. This fully illustrated, one-of-a-kind handbook details their history and architecture and provides full information on visiting or viewing them. Included are many endangered lights, threatened by erosion or lack of funding, as well as “ghost lights,” which are no longer standing.
Download or read book Lighthouses of New Jersey written by Michelangelo DeSantis and published by . This book was released on 2019-07-26 with total page 50 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A photographic look at every remaining lighthouse in New Jersey. The romance, desolation, hard-work, and technology that lighthouses are known for are depicted in this photo essay. Michelangelo DeSantis is a native of Brooklyn, New York but has lived for more than 30 years in Manalapan, New Jersey. He combines his love for history with the twin passions of travel and photography. This is his second book. His first, The Jersey Shore, is a photographic essay through all of the towns along the New Jersey shore.His photographic work has been shown at the Monmouth County Library and he has won multiple awards for photos in various on-line communities. Michelangelo is a contributor to Shutterstock, Adobe Stock, and Wildlife Reference Photos for Artists.
Download or read book American Lighthouses written by Bruce Roberts and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2020-02-20 with total page 401 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For more than two centuries, lighthouses have helped sailors find their way through treacherous waters, guiding them home or taking them safely through passages on their way to adventure. These historic towers and houses form a sparkling chain of lights along our coasts, a reminder of the past echoing with adventure and mystery, a lure for travelers looking for a glimpse into a romantic past. American Lighthouses offers more than just a tour of over 450 beautiful and historic navigational beacons dotting the coasts and lakes of the United States. This fully illustrated, one-of-a-kind handbook details their history and architecture and provides full information on visiting or viewing them.
Download or read book New Jersey Discover Lighthouses written by New Jersey. Office of Travel & Tourism and published by . This book was released on 2007* with total page 17 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Lighthouse Destinations written by Nancy Davis and published by . This book was released on 2007-10-12 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ever thought about visiting a lighthouse? Let Lighthouse Destinations be your driving guide from New Jersey to the Chesapeake Bay. Small and compact, this book can be easily carried in a backpack or purse, for quick reference while you are on your trip! You will enjoy these captivating photos of these maritime treasures. This Guide is also a perfect present for your loved one who loves to visit lighthouses! I hope you are able to plan a vacation soon to visit these unique lighthouses. I promise you will have loads of fun and experience small seaside towns you may never have known about if it were not for the love of visiting lighthouses. Look for my next book... Lighthouse Destinations Alexandria, VA to St. Simons Island, GA.
Download or read book New Jersey s Atlantic Shore written by Russell Roberts and published by Hunter Publishing, Inc. This book was released on 2011-02-01 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This guide, a goldmine for residents and visitors alike, tells you all about the best amusement parks, historic sites, cultural attractions, beaches, boardwalks, parks, forests, and much more - plus sections on restaurants, hotels and shopping. We highlight the OC best betsOCO OCo places where you might like to go and spend a lazy day, or an afternoon away from home, along with listings for restaurants and accommodations. All of the hotels and restaurants are listed here.a Is there anyone who hasnOCOt been to, or at least heard of, the Jersey Shore? Famous as the birthplace of the boardwalk, cherished as a relaxing getaway for young and old alike, and celebrated for its beautiful beaches, salt-tinged ocean breezes, and gorgeous vistas, the Jersey Shore is a place where memories are made and dreams are born (and sometimes even come true). Since it is such a vacationerOCOs paradise, the Atlantic coast has the most to do. We start with the northernmost Shore county, Monmouth, and work straight down the coast to Cape May. Although these counties revolve around the ocean and summertime, look closer; they have a lot more to offer than just the beach and boardwalk. Sure, the beaches are 127 miles of pure enjoyment, but there are flea markets, historic sites, and some unusual attractions, such as a zoo for sick and injured animals. So if you donOCOt swim, dislike seagulls, and have a natural aversion to sand, fear not. You just have to look around, and youOCOll discover choices galore at the Jersey Shore."
