Ocracoke Island Lighthouse Aug 1st 2007

Ocracoke Island Light house

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August 7th 2007
This is a snap shot of the Ocracoke Island lighthouse . This light house is the second oldest lighthouse in the nation . It stands 77.5 feet in height , and has a screwed iron railed tower on top . It is not open for climbing or tours . Built in 1823, and is still in operation ! The beacon can be seen for 14 miles out at sea and rotates a 360 degrees . The walls are 5 feet thick . A Must see site ... read more

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more