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The U.S. Life-Saving Service 1871- 1918 Presented by Keeper James Charlet
August 15 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Come learn about the US Life-saving Service. Hear true and amazing stories of daring shipwreck rescues from the Graveyard of the Atlantic by “America’s Forgotten Heroes.” Did you know the most highly awarded maritime rescue in US history occurred right here on the Outer Banks, August 16, 1918? Local historian, Keeper James Charlet, will give a 15+ minute presentation full of facts at the Hatteras Lighthouse Pavillon. Meet Keeper James and take a photo with him. He will be happy to answer questions. The first presentation begins at 3:30 pm. The second presentation begins at 4:00 pm. You won’t want to miss the last presentations of the 2024 season!