Episode 36 - Marshall Point Lighthouse
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If you've watched the movie Forrest Gump, then you've seen this lighthouse! We would definitely recommend seeing it in person though, on account of its beautiful walkway, granite base, and killer keeper's cottage. Listen in for some "shocking" recent history on this beautiful Maine lighthouse! Give us a review on our website: thelighthouselowdown.com References: https://www.lighthousefriends.com/light.asp?ID=529https://www.marshallpoint.org/https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2023/08/03/marshall-point-lighthouse-forrest-gump-lightning-maine/70519051007/https://wgme.com/news/local/popular-maine-lighthouse-shines-again-after-being-damaged-by-lightning-strike-forrest-gump-marshall-point-lighthouse-port-clyde-lightkeepers-house-light-foghornhttps://www.safe-skipper.com/sector-lights-directional-lights-leading-lights-how-do-they-differ/
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