Jutting out of Wisconsin into the blue waters of Lake Michigan; the scenic peninsula of Door County is endowed with the longest coastline of any county in the nation. Since the mid-1800s; the region has boasted a strong maritime industry; dependent on the constant vigilance and efforts of U.S. Coast Guard units. The county has been home to as many as 12 historic light stations; as well as three life-saving stations. Beginning with Pottawatomie Light in 1837 and Sturgeon Bay Canal Life-Saving Station in 1886; keepers and surfmen survived both boredom and peril to ensure safe navigation and commerce; while rescuing those in distress. Through archival photographs; stories ofshipwrecks; rescues; service; and pride spring to life. Rare rescue images of the Otter; a schooner which wrecked in 1895; are especially noteworthy.
#139956 in eBooks 1999-08-09 1999-08-09File Name: B009A2TTTW
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