Cabrillo
National Monument
California
Inside the Old Lighthouse

Looking down the staircase in the lighthouse. |
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Sleeping quarters and living area in
the lighthouse. The National Park Service has refurbished the
interior to its historic 1880’s appearance |
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The 5 foot, 3rd order French
Fresnel lens was the best technology available in the early 1850s.
On November 15, 1855, the lighthouse keeper climbed the winding stairs and
lit the oil lamp for the first time. During clear weather its
light was visible at sea for 25 miles. The lighthouse was in service for
36 years. |
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