13399. O’Neil, Wayne R. Man & The Sea – Shipwrecks of Southwest Washington and Northwest Oregon 1792-1949. 2013. Long Beach.
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13399. O’Neil, Wayne R. Man & The Sea – Shipwrecks of Southwest Washington and Northwest Oregon 1792-1949. 2013. Long Beach.
- O’Neil, Wayne R. Man & The Sea – Shipwrecks of Southwest Washington and Northwest Oregon 1792-1949. 2013. Long Beach. 221p. Soft wraps. Man & The Sea tells the dramatic story of shipwrecks and groundings at the mouth of the Columbia River dating from 1792 up through 1949. These are stories of wooden ships and brave men including the life-savers of the Life-Saving Service, Coast Guard and Lighthouse Service who many times fought to save the imperiled mariners. The author covers over 230 shipwreck and mishaps at the mouth of the Columbia River and surrounding areas, as well as a pictorial overview of construction at Columbia River’s North and South Jetties, a history of the U.S. Life-Saving Service, U.S. Coast Guard and the lighthouses in the area. Filled with over 200 period photos, illustrations and maps, this will be a great addition to your library. (M). $34.