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Cape Elizabeth Lighthouse, Portland, Maine, USA
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Cape Elizabeth Lighthouse, Portland, Maine, USA
Cape Elizabeth Lighthouse, near Two Lights State Park, Portland Harbour, Maine, USA. Date: circa 1915
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Cape Elizabeth Lighthouse, Portland, Maine, USA: A Timeless Beacon of the Coast Nestled along the rugged coastline of Cape Elizabeth in Portland, Maine, USA, the Cape Elizabeth Lighthouse stands as a testament to the enduring beauty and resilience of the American shoreline. Circa 1915, this photograph captures the iconic lighthouse in its early 20th-century splendor, with its pristine white exterior gleaming under the clear blue sky. Two Lights State Park, home to the lighthouse, is a popular tourist destination and a beloved landmark for both locals and visitors alike. The park's name comes from the two lighthouses that once stood on the headland, the other being the nearby Two Lights Tower. Together, they guarded the treacherous waters of Portland Harbour and protected the ships sailing in and out of the busy port. The Cape Elizabeth Lighthouse, built in 1874, is a quintessential example of New England architecture. Its tall, tapering tower, topped with a red lantern and beacon, rises majestically from the rocky shoreline. The lighthouse's whitewashed exterior, a common practice to protect the structure from the harsh coastal elements, adds to its picturesque charm. The surrounding landscape is a study in contrasts: the craggy rocks, battered by the relentless waves of the sea, give way to the smooth, whitewashed walls of the lighthouse. The tranquil waters of the harbour stretch out to the horizon, dotted with the masts of sailboats and fishing vessels. This photograph, taken in the 1910s, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us to a simpler time when the lighthouse was a vital link between the sea and the land. The Cape Elizabeth Lighthouse remains an enduring symbol of the power of nature, the strength of human ingenuity, and the unyielding allure of the American coast.
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