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Managing Organization:
U.S. Coast Guard
Notes:
This monument was originally constructed, along with an airstrip, to support Amelia Earhart's attempted around-the-world flight in 1937. It was retained as a memorial after her death. It was damaged in WWII and was repaired by the Coast Guard in 1963.
Tower Height: 20
Description of Tower: White sandstone monument with black band and black top.
This light is not operational
Date Established: 1937
Date Present Tower Built: 1937
Date Deactivated: ?
Current Use: Memorial, daybeacon.
Open To Public? Grounds only.
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