Harbor Of Refuge, DE

In 1825, the United States Congress appropriated the first funds for the construction of the Delaware Breakwater, a project that would take 44 years to complete. Secretary of War, Redfield Proctor, commissioned the Army Corps of Engineers to build a national Harbor of Refuge for deep-draft vessels. Unfortunately, the original project proved to be inadequate and subsequent light towers built were destroyed in storms. It wasn't until April 15, 1926 when construction of a new cast iron 76’ tower began! The three story, white, cast iron lighthouse, built on a foundation of cast iron caisson and rock with its circular watch room and lantern room housed a Fourth Order Fresnel Lens. The light was automated in 1973 and the doors locked for the final time.

Harbour Lights Collectible Replica in a Limited Edition of 1,200 pieces.