Archive for October 1, 2009
Move of the Century
Can you believe that it’s been 10 years since the Cape Hatteras light house was moved?
In 1999, she sat just 120 feet from the approaching seas. This National Treasure has always been a comforting sight to approaching seafarers. But Mother Nature was relentless to her demise. And without the support of the federal government, she fall would into the sea and lost forever.
In 1999, the massive “move of the century” would take the tallest U.S. lighthouse 2900 feet from it’s original spot. It took 23 days starting June 17th to July 9th to complete the move after many years of planning.
Today, the Cape Hatteras lighthouse stands as a proud sentry, shining her beacon miles into the sea. She is still 1600 feet from the water and it will be over 100 years before another move will be needed. But with our continued support, she will stand proud and guide us for many years to come.
On, Friday, October 2, 2009, the Park Service, locals and our nation in spirit will celebrate this milestone. Wish you were here to join us. Just think if you miss it, this won’t happen for another 100 years.
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