Cape Hatteras Lighthouse Milky Way #2
by Michael Ver Sprill
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Cape Hatteras Lighthouse Milky Way #2
Artist
Michael Ver Sprill
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Photograph - Photograph
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In 1999, the Cape Hatteras lighthouse had to be moved from its original location at the edge of the ocean to safer ground 2,900 feet (880 m) inland, and 1,500 feet (460 m) from the shoreline. Due to erosion of the shore, the lighthouse was just 15 feet (4.6 m) from the ocean’s edge and was in imminent danger. International Chimney Corp. of Buffalo, New York was awarded the contract to move the lighthouse, assisted, among other contractors, by Expert House Movers. The move was controversial at the time with speculation that the structure would not survive the move, resulting in lawsuits that were later dismissed. Despite some opposition, work progressed and the move was completed on September 14, 1999.
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December 17th, 2015
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James Aiken
Congratulations! Your outstanding artwork has been chosen as a FEATURE in the “Atlantic Coast of the USA Places” group on Fine Art America.
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