Episode 65 - Baltimore Harbor Lighthouse
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You've heard of nuclear bombs and nuclear power plants, but have you ever heard of a nuclear lighthouse? Baltimore Harbor Lighthouse was a pain in the behind to build, but it's troubles didn't stop there! Listen in for the story of the first (and only) US light to be run with nuclear power! Liked this episode? Leave us a review at thelighthouselowdown.com References: Baltimore Light Station > United States Coast Guard > AllThe Baltimore Light | Lighthouse in Chesapeake BayCaisson (engineering) - WikipediaMeasuring Worth - purchasing power of the dollar.Baltimore Lighthouse, Maryland at Lighthousefriends.com
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