In the New Jersey shore community of Sea Girt; where Commodore Robert Stockton�s oceanfront mansion had a porch as long as a ship�s deck from which he surveyed the waters; a lighthouse was built in 1896. Sea Girt Lighthouse illuminated a dark space; providing a crucial guiding light to passing ships. The station would become a lighthouse of distinction and innovation. In 1920; it was the first land-based lighthouse with a radio beacon transmitter; enabling ships to navigate through fog. During World War II; the Coast Guard extinguished the light; stood watch in the tower; and patrolled the beaches. No matter the mission; the lighthouse met every challenge. In 1956; the town acquired the decommissioned lighthouse; making it the library and recreation center. By 1981; however; the building needed extensive repairs and was at risk of being sold. Concerned residents formed the Sea Girt Lighthouse Citizens Committee to �save our lighthouse.� And they did; restoring it; preserving its history; and keeping it busy with community events.
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