Pennsylvania Lighthouses On Lake Erie

Author : Eugene H. Ware
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2016
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781467118743

Get Book

Pennsylvania Lighthouses on Lake Erie by Eugene H. Ware Pdf

Four lighthouses remain in Pennsylvania, and Lake Erie is home to three. In 1818, Old Presque Isle Light became the first United States lighthouse built on the lake's shore. But a need for even more navigational assistance gave birth to the North Pierhead Lighthouse forty years later. The Presque Isle Light Station first shined on Lake Erie in July 1873. Thanks to the guidance from these landmarks, Erie's port is one of the busiest in the Great Lakes. Author Eugene Ware offers an edifying history of Erie Harbor lights.

Author : James Tinney
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 64 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Lighthouses
ISBN : OCLC:1245766821

Get Book

Seaway Trail Lighthouses by James Tinney Pdf

Author : James Proffitt
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 160 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2015-07-27
Category : History
ISBN : 9781625855848

Get Book

Marblehead Lighthouse on Lake Erie by James Proffitt Pdf

When the Marblehead Lighthouse first lit its flame in 1822, it drew on whale oil. The beacon flickered through lard, kerosene and LED lights over the next two centuries, while the tower weathered razing and reorganization. Despite the advent of GPS, the light still provides a solid basis for boats and ships to navigate the nearshore waters of the peninsula. The lighthouse's rich history boasts the first female keeper on the Great Lakes, as well as a place on Ohio license plates and on a U.S. postage stamp. James Proffitt gives an in-depth profile of the most photographed site in the state.

Author : James Tinney,Mary Burdette-Watkins
Publisher : Seaway Trail
Page : 56 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 1997-01-01
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 0943689058

Get Book

Seaway Trail Lighthouses by James Tinney,Mary Burdette-Watkins Pdf

Author : Daniel E. Dempster, Todd R. Berger
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1610604377

Get Book

Lighthouses of the Great Lakes by Daniel E. Dempster, Todd R. Berger Pdf

The lighthouses of the Great Lakes, for so long guiding ships to safety across the rough waters, still stand as beacons to adventurous travelers. Rich with vintage and contemporary photographs, picturing the lighthouses inside and out, by day and by night, the book takes you into the fascinating history of the structures at Split Rock, Sandusky, Big Sable Point, Old Mackinac Point Light, and Marblehead Light, to name a few. Berger’s stories about keepers and their families, horrific storms, and even encounters with ghosts bring to vivid life the lost world of these historic lighthouses. A thoroughly engaging tour page by page, the book also makes travel to these destinations easy as well as edifying, with maps, directions, and a comprehensive appendix listing all the current lighthouses.

Author : John Young
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2015-07-01
Category : Sports & Recreation
ISBN : 9781493014408

Get Book

Hiking Pennsylvania by John Young Pdf

Featuring illustrated maps, elevation profiles, and photos, this guide to 50 of Pennsylvania’s top hiking destinations provides detailed directions, mile-by-mile trail descriptions, and quick-reference boxes for trail specifications and summaries. Recommendations for accommodations and restaurants round out this exceptionally detailed guide book.

Author : Timothy E. Harrison
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 175 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2010-06-01
Category : Great Lakes Region (North America)
ISBN : 0977829340

Get Book

Ghost Lights of Lake Erie by Timothy E. Harrison Pdf

Ghost Lights of Lake Erie isfilled with informative text and many historical photographs of lighthouses that once guarded the shores of Lake Erie.

Author : Ray Jones
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 129 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2023-05-01
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781493047314

Get Book

Lighthouses of the Great Lakes by Ray Jones Pdf

Lighthouses of the Great Lakes combines the fascinating history and lore of approximately forty-one lighthouses with stunning color and black-and-white photographs. Focusing on the lighthouses of Lake Michigan and Lake Superior, this beautifully illustrated book provides stirring descriptions of the lighthouses as well as directions and details on visiting these memorable Great Lakes landmarks.

Author : Bruce Roberts,Cheryl Shelton-Roberts
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 401 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2020-02-20
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781493047017

Get Book

American Lighthouses by Bruce Roberts,Cheryl Shelton-Roberts Pdf

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.

Author : Christopher D. Dishman
Publisher : University Press of Kansas
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2021-12-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9780700632701

Get Book

Warfare and Logistics along the US-Canadian Border during the War of 1812 by Christopher D. Dishman Pdf

Christopher D. Dishman provides a comprehensive study of the combat that took place along the US-Canadian frontier during the War of 1812, where the bulk of the war’s fighting took place. The border region, which included the St. Lawrence River and Great Lakes, served as Britain’s supply line to receive and distribute supplies. The region’s size, varied topography, and undeveloped infrastructure, however, made this a challenging environment to move troops and supplies to the battlefield. Few large settlements or all-season roads intersected the region, so reinforcements, food, or ammunition could be weeks or months away from their destination. Dishman analyzes the critical role of logistics and explains how the safe and timely arrival of soldiers, shipwrights, cannons, and other provisions often dictated a battle’s outcome before a shot was fired. The northern frontier between the United States and the British Empire remained the focus of US military efforts throughout the war. The president and Congress declared war on Britain to force its leaders to negotiate on bilateral issues, and America’s only viable offensive military option was to invade Canada. Victory for either side depended on enough men and materials arriving promptly at a remote outpost or dockyard from distant supply depots. Canada could not produce many of its needed items in-country, so America retained a distinct advantage with its indigenous metalworks and iron industries. These components proved critical in a war that depended on the rushed construction of vessels that could outgun their enemy. Warfare and Logistics along the US-Canadian Border during the War of 1812 is a deeply researched and highly readable assessment of the successes and failures of military operations from 1812 to 1814. The book also highlights the interdependencies between land and naval operations in the war and illuminates the influence of changing military and political factors on Britain's and America’s military objectives. Warfare and Logistics along the US-Canadian Border during the War of 1812 also evaluates the performance of the military and civilian officers as Dishman brings a distant war’s battles to life with stories from participating soldiers and civilians.

Author : Janice B. Patterson
Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : History
ISBN : 0738560561

Get Book

Cleveland's Lighthouses by Janice B. Patterson Pdf

Missionary-geographer John Heckewelder was prophetic in the 1790s when he mapped the place where the Cuyahoga River flows into Lake Erie. He wrote, "Cujahaga will hereafter be a place of great importance." In 1796, surveyors arrived to plot a new town and named it after their superintendent, Moses Cleaveland. Soon Cleveland (the a was omitted on early maps) was a magnet for inventors and entrepreneurs. By 1829-1830, a lighthouse was necessary to support lake traffic spurred by shipbuilding, shipping, and population growth. A succession of taller, brighter structures has guided mariners into the Cleveland harbor, creating a splendid history. Remarkable people have tended these sometimes-silent sentinels through decades of calm nights and dramatic storms, subtly contributing to the region's growth and prosperity.

Author : Randi Minetor
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 385 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2021-04-01
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9781493058235

Get Book

Scenic Driving New York by Randi Minetor Pdf

To enjoy all that New York state roadways have to offer, jump in the car and drive to sweeping lake or ocean views, lush vineyard landscapes, or breathtaking mountain vistas. Featuring more than 1,900 miles of scenic routes and byways, this indispensable highway companion maps out unforgettable trips for exploring New York’s natural beauty. Scenic Driving New York features thirty separate drives through the Empire State with delicious ice cream stops and fun side trips along the way. Buckle up and begin your next journey!

Author : Betty Neidecker
Publisher : Hawks Cry Publications
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 1996-10-01
Category : Lighthouses
ISBN : 0964967901

Get Book

The Marblehead Lighthouse by Betty Neidecker Pdf

Author : Edward Butts
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 276 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : History
ISBN : UOM:39015071185402

Get Book

Guiding Lights, Tragic Shadows by Edward Butts Pdf

A peaceful lighthouse at Prescott, Ontario, was once the flashpoint of American invasion in an undeclared war. Robbers called Blackbirds preyed on Lake Erie shipping, using false beacons to confuse their victims. The lighthouse at Oswego, New York, was the site of one of the worst disasters in the history of the United States Coast Guard. A Lake Huron lightkeeper wiped snow off the window of his lamp room and inadvertently caused a shipwreck. A 14-year-old Detroit River lightkeeper's daughter was the heroine in a courageous rescue. Lighthouses, from the Upper St. Lawrence River to the head of Lake Superior, have played an integral role in the history, romance, lore and legends of the Lakes. The towers and their keepers bore witness to, and participated in, the dramas of war, shipwrecks, and daring rescues. All while enduring the privations of one of the loneliest occupations on earth.

Author : Ray Jones
Publisher : Old Saybrook, Conn. : Globe Pequot Press
Page : 134 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : History
ISBN : UOM:39015071188026

Get Book

Great Lakes Lighthouses by Ray Jones Pdf

Descriptions of forty-four lighthouses include directions on how to reach them and details on visiting them. Includes information on Lake Ontario's Thirty Mile Point Light, Lake Erie's Marblehead Light, Lake Huron's New Presque Isle Light, Lake Michigan's Big Sable Point Light, and Lake Superior's Whitefish Point Light.