THE BEACONS OF  SOUTH CAROLINA

by Margie W. Clary

Since man began to navigate the high seas, there has existed the need for signals to warn ships of dangerous shorelines and guide them to safe passage. A lighthouse served as a traffic signal for vessels along ocean coastlines and major inland waterways. Mariners determined their position by lighthouse recognition. In 1767, South Carolina’s first lighthouse stood on Morris Island at the entrance to Charleston Harbor. Since 1950, the use of lighthouses as service beacons has declined. Today, South Carolina has ten standing lighthouses.

The Beacons of South Carolina is a history of the old towers of the Palmetto state. This book includes details of where and how the lighthouses were built, individual characteristics and amazing facts about each light. Learn about the lightkeepers as well as some interesting legends passed down over time. Most of these structures are closed to the public and are no longer in service, having been rendered obsolete by advances in maritime and communications technologies. Their heritage lives on as relics of a maritime history that continues to hold a fascination for each new generation.

Includes 118 photographs. In many cases these photographs are the only remaining reminders of landmarks that have vanished.

Includes 118 black and white photos.  126 pages.

Softcover, ISBN 13: 978-0-87844-176-1/ISBN 10: 0-87844-176-X,New Lower Price $9.95

Bloody Point Light
Cape Romain Light
Georgetown Light
Governors Light
Haig Point Light
Harbour Town Light
Hilton Head Light
Hunting Island Light
Morris Island Light
Sullivan's Island Lighthouse

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