Cape Romain NWR Lighthouse Brochure

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Cape Romain NWR Lighthouse Brochure

The Lighthouse brochure gives a brief historical summary of the hazardous coastline for mariners, followed by the construction of the two lighthouses to decrease shipwrecks on the Cape Romain shoals. The historical account highlights early lens technology, families and keepers who lived and worked on the island, and the end of maritime service to the landmarks of today. 

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Elizabeth Almlie
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Brochure
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Loggerhead sea turtle hatchling in shallow surf heading to the ocean at Cape Romain NWR
Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge
Cape Romain National Wildlife Refuge, extending 22 miles along the South Carolina Coast, is a rich mosaic of barrier islands with forest and ponds, vast salt marshes and intricate waterways. This diverse and dynamic system supports over 293 bird species and a myriad of other wildlife. Over fifty...
National Wildlife Refuge
Awendaw,SC
FWS and DOI Region(s)
Southeast