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    This is a historical engraving or sketch depicting the construction of Minot's Ledge Light-House, showing the method of hoisting stone above the eighth course. The scene shows multiple vessels alongside a partially constructed stone lighthouse tower in open water, with workers visible on top of the structure. The caption at the bottom reads 'MINOT'S LEDGE LIGHT-HOUSE. SKETCH SHOWING THE METHOD OF HOISTING THE STONE ABOVE THE EIGHTH COURSE.'

    UNITED STATES

    01.05.2021

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    U.S. Coast Guard Headquarters     

    Engraving of early construction showing the steam-powered lighthouse tender Van Santvoort and a construction barge. (U.S. Coast Guard)

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    Date Taken: 01.05.2021
    Date Posted: 01.05.2021 15:59
    Photo ID: 6474221
    VIRIN: 210105-G-G0000-1003
    Resolution: 1275x1755
    Size: 344 KB
    Location: US
    Web Views: 124
    Downloads: 5

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    A black and white engraving or lithograph depicting an offshore screwpile or iron-pile lighthouse standing on metal legs above rough, churning ocean waves. The structure features a multi-story keeper's dwelling topped with a lantern room and a flag, likely an American flag, flying from a mast. The dramatic composition emphasizes the isolation and precariousness of the lighthouse amid turbulent seas.
    A historical black-and-white photograph captioned 'MINOT'S LEDGE' showing a group of workers gathered on a rocky outcropping or work platform surrounded by water. The image appears to document construction or engineering work, likely related to the building of Minot's Ledge Lighthouse off the coast of Massachusetts. A central mast with rigging lines is visible, suggesting a derrick or lifting apparatus used in the construction effort.
    This is a historical engraving or sketch depicting the construction of Minot's Ledge Light-House, showing the method of hoisting stone above the eighth course. The scene shows multiple vessels alongside a partially constructed stone lighthouse tower in open water, with workers visible on top of the structure. The caption at the bottom reads 'MINOT'S LEDGE LIGHT-HOUSE. SKETCH SHOWING THE METHOD OF HOISTING THE STONE ABOVE THE EIGHTH COURSE.'
    A small orange inflatable rigid-hull boat with several occupants is navigating open ocean waters toward a tall, dark lighthouse standing alone on a minimal rock or reef foundation. The lighthouse appears to be an offshore caisson-style structure with no surrounding land visible. The scene is captured on a clear, sunny day with calm to moderate seas.
    A bronze commemorative plaque honoring two lighthouse keepers, Joseph Wilson and Joseph Antoine, who died on April 17, 1851 when a gale destroyed the original Minot's Ledge Lighthouse. The plaque was presented by The Foundation for Coast Guard History in 2007. It features the U.S. Coast Guard seal at the top and a shield emblem at the bottom.

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