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Cape Spencer Lighthouse crane lowering motor launch over side to men waiting below in small boat. When launch was in water, engine would be started before casting off from hook. Then waiting men would enter motor launch and tow small boat behind.

 Item — Box: PCA0296
Identifier: PCA0296-31

Scope and Contents

From the Collection:

The photos were taken by C.W. Amos enroute to Cape Spencer and during the time he was stationed there as a Coast Guard radioman and weather observer. Photos include travel to the Cape Spencer Lighthouse, winter storms, accident off Five Finger Lighthouse, Christmas celebrations, other members of the lighthouse crew, and daily activities.

Dates

  • 1944-1945

Conditions Governing Access

The collection is available for viewing, however, the photographs may not be photocopied.

Extent

1 Photographic Prints

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the Alaska State Library - Historical Collections Finding Aids Repository

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