The Old Cape Henry Lighthouse was the first lighthouse authorized by the first U.S. Congress.  Built in 1791, it lighted the entrance of the Chesapeake Bay until 1881.

Cape Henry Lighthouse, Photo © Bicast Pub. Co.

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