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Lighthouse History: Surfmen of Lifesaving Stations

Surfmen of the Life-Saving Stations Life-Saving stations, also called surf stations, were built five to ten miles apart from a nearby lighthouse. Where the lighthouse keepers and their assistants were only allowed to attempt rescues near the proximity of the … Continue reading

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