Instructions to Light Keepers

Published in 1881 by the United States Lighthouse Board, 'Instructions to Light Keepers' serves as a manual for lighthouse keepers, outlining their duties and responsibilities. The document emphasizes the importance of careful reading and adherence to the guidelines provided, ensuring the safe operation of light stations. Each keeper and assistant keeper is required to maintain a copy for reference, which is to be passed on to successors. This work is notable for its practical approach to maritime safety and the historical context of lighthouse operations in the United States.