Pemaquid lighthouse for danapommet by 0rest4wicked
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Dad was good enough to indulge my request for another scan so this post is for him. It does have some noise as the scan is of an 8x10 enlargement, but I do like the colors. Took this around 1993 with a Nikon 2020. The name " Pemaquid" is said to have it's origins as the Abenaki Indian word for "situated far out".
Many ships were lost during the 16th and 17th centuries along Pemaquid's rugged point. Immigrants from Bristol, England established a settlement here in 1631. The Abernaki Indians burned the settlement during King Philip's war, and it was rebuilt. However suffering further attacks by both the Indians and the French, it was abandoned before 1700
Resettled in 1729 and is known today as the town of Bristol, incorporated 1765.
In the early 1800's maritime trade, lumber and fishing along the coast of Maine was increasing. In 1826 the land was purchased from the descendents of a 1635 shipwreck at Pemaquid Point for $90! The tower only stands 38' in height but sits atop a rock ledge giving it a focal plane of 79'. The keepers dwelling, 20 by 34 with an attached 10 by 12 kitchen, also built of stone. A fixed white light went into service on November 27, 1827. The first keeper received $350 a year.
The original stone tower did not serve long, it's believed salt water may have been used in the mortar causing it's early demise. In 1835 another contract stipulated that no salt water was to be used in constructing a new tower. In March 1835 the tower was completed. Also in 1835 the installation of 8 oil lamps(whale oil) and eight 14 inch reflectors were installed. In 1856 the multiple lamps and reflectors were replaced with a fourth-order Fresnel lens with a single lamp(visibility 14 miles). A fog bell came into service in 1897, and was operated by a steam engine. This must not have been efficient and in 1899 a striking machine was installed, and powered by a hand cranked clockwork mechanism. The white looking chimney attached to the bell house encloses the weights for that mechanism.
In 1934 Pemaquid Lighthouse became Maine's first conversion to automation and an end to the era of the lighthouse keeper. In 1944 the town of Bristol purchased the property, excluding the lighthouse tower, for $1,639. The property became Lighthouse park and the keeper's house converted into the Fisherman's museum.
Information from the American Lighthouse Society.
To the kind souls that leave their mark whether a comment, rating, or save the image as a fav, you are very much appreciated, thank you!!!
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Comments (32)
wysiwig
What a great image! This is apainting waiting to happen. Nice abstract patterns in the rocks and water. Very interesting information. I guess persistence pays.
fallen21
Awesome picture, nicely captured!
jayfar
Super shot Dana and particularly catching the incoming wave at its peak. The colours are excellent as is the info.
rainbows
A wonderful shot and dedication to Dana. Hugs. Di. xx
geoffwoods
great looking piece of coastline I'd love to see maine especially in autumn
flaviok
Informação e captura fantástica meu amigo, excelente,aplausos (5)
Feliciti
looks fantastic ,like the view on the waves and lighthouse too !! thanks for info too :)
angora
great pic, great POV!!!
Faemike55
this would also make a great, time-consuming 5000-piece jigsaw puzzle Excellent capture and wonderful information
Bossie_Boots
I agree with Geoff amazing coastline superb work !!
Sea_Dog
Superb work! A great seascape. Also good info. Well done
blondeblurr
This image is breathtakingly beautiful - I am not surprised, that your Father requested it! (but then again, I didn't know Danapommet is your Dad either?) There is always something so mysterious about lighthouses - but this one is extra special, because not all of them can boast having trees planted around them, lovely POV, BB
jocko500
lot of history here. love that big wave on the rocks too.
bobrgallegos
Wonderfully composed very beautiful capture!!!! Can hear the waves crashing from here.
drifterlee
Really beautiful place and shot!
durleybeachbum
Such power in this pic!
West_coaster07
Excellent!!
sandra46
AWESOME IMAGE! SPLENDID DEDI!
Richardphotos
glad you did.it is excellent
Sepiasiren
what dreams and fantasy are made of my friend--just lovely!
danapommet
Thanks for the dedi Dana. Always willing to scan one of your fantastic captures. This is one of my favorites along with some of your Bryce photos. Dad
GiMi53
BEAUTIFUL postcard image ! :~)
adrie
Wow what a amazingly beautiful photoshot my friend, love this beautiful sea view.
dochtersions
The power of the wave is very good to see on these wonderful picture. It's impressing, also the info. Just so nice you made this a dedi to your dad, Dana :)
kbrog
Stunning looking! Excellent scenic capture! :)
m_j_s
A very beautiful shot indeed! Like it a lot!! Martin
gaius
Back to the ocean after a wonderful hike in the desert...I one day, long ago, hiked 12 hours in the Coyote Buttes area...I was exhausted but so happy. Thanks for sharing your photos of this magical place. This one is really beautiful.
bimm3d
fantastic place and very beautiful photo!!
mgtcs
Absolutely amazing looking image here, masterful capture my friend, delightful view! 10*
Hendesse
The power of nature, excellently captured. Superb shot!