20148. Hathaway, Charles B. FROM HIGHLAND TO HAMMERHEAD: THE COAST GUARD AND CAPE COD. Chatham. 2000
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20148. Hathaway, Charles B. FROM HIGHLAND TO HAMMERHEAD: THE COAST GUARD AND CAPE COD. Chatham. 2000
20148. Hathaway, Charles B. FROM HIGHLAND TO HAMMERHEAD: THE COAST GUARD AND CAPE COD. Chatham, Mass: Self Published, 2000. 256pp, including a 10 page index. Wraps. Fine 1st Edition. Signed by Author. 8vo – over 7¾” – 9¾”. Black and white photos. This is a brand new book written by a retired Coast Guard captain who served 30 years on 6 Coast Guard cutters. The book covers over 200 years, from the establishment of Highland Light in 1797 to the present. There is information on lightships, lighthouses, Massachusetts Maritime Academy, Life-Saving Service, individual cutters and more. The author has researched the topic quite extensively and includes a nice bibliography, as well as extensive list of individuals he has interviewed or corresponded with. Highly recommended by Ken Black of Shore Village Museum, who notes “…outstanding work….one of the best I have personally owned and strongly recommend….” Only 1000 copies of this book were printed. (M). $13.95