{"product_id":"great-lakes-lighthouse-tenders-a-history-of-the-boats-and-crews-that-served-in-the-us-lighthouse-service-on-the-great-lakes-9781942731061","title":"Great Lakes Lighthouse Tenders: A History of the Boats and Crews That Served in the U.S. Lighthouse Service on the Great Lakes","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGreat Lakes Lighthouse Tenders: A History of the Boats and Crews That Served in the U.S. Lighthouse Service on the Great Lakes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis illustrated history book documents the ships and crews of the U.S. Lighthouse Tender Service, the unsung heroes who maintained maritime operations on the Great Lakes for over a century. Despite their critical role in keeping navigation safe and efficient, these hard-working men and their vessels have remained largely undocumented—until now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor Paul J. Mason presents a comprehensive visual record of lighthouse tenders that operated on the Great Lakes, featuring rare photographs and detailed accounts of the service's operations. The book fills a significant gap in Great Lakes maritime documentation, providing readers with access to previously unavailable information about these essential vessels and their crews.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Inside This Maritime History Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book covers the complete story of lighthouse tenders on the Great Lakes, from their daily operations to their place in maritime history. Readers will discover how these vessels supported the U.S. Lighthouse Service, delivering supplies, transporting personnel, and maintaining navigational aids across all five Great Lakes. The rare photographic collection brings these forgotten ships back to life, showing them in action during their service years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach chapter provides detailed back stories about specific tenders and their crews, offering insight into life aboard these working vessels. The illustrated format makes the technical and historical information accessible to both maritime enthusiasts and casual readers interested in Great Lakes history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePaul J. Mason developed a love and awe of the Great Lakes while growing up in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. Paul's natural draw to the history of the Lakes grew with his special interest in the U.S. Lighthouse Service, U.S. Lighthouse Tender Service and the U.S. Coast Guard. His grandfather, Richard H. Burdeno, was chief engineer on the USLHT Clover. Paul joined the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and currently serves as a volunteer crew member on a Coast Guard 25-foot patrol boat at U.S. Coast Guard (AUXOP) Station Green Bay (Wisconsin).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book appeals to Great Lakes history enthusiasts, maritime historians, lighthouse collectors, and anyone interested in the golden age of lake transportation. The combination of rare photographs and detailed historical narratives makes it a valuable addition to any maritime history collection. Readers interested in U.S. Coast Guard history, lighthouse operations, or regional Great Lakes culture will find this book particularly engaging.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"M\u0026b Global Solutions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50493266985234,"sku":"9781942731061","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_6a4cb2a6-3e1d-47ad-8f05-533e002eadad.jpg?v=1730641045","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/great-lakes-lighthouse-tenders-a-history-of-the-boats-and-crews-that-served-in-the-us-lighthouse-service-on-the-great-lakes-9781942731061","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}