Savannah was founded in 1733 on the Savannah River, it became the colonial capital and later the first state capital of Georgia. Its port was of strategic importance during both the American Revolution and the Civil War. Location Savannah lies on the Savannah River, approximately 20 miles -32 km – upriver from the Atlantic Ocean. It is… Continue reading Savannah Georgia and the Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum
Tuckerton Borough and Ocean County nestled in Southern Ocean County between the Pine Barrens and the Bay, Tuckerton Borough was once a thriving seaport community. Ocean County is home to one-third of the Jersey Shore’s 44 miles of the Atlantic Ocean coastline with sandy beaches, surfing, fishing and water sports. New Jersey’s first summer resort… Continue reading Tuckerton Borough Seaport New Jersey and the Bay Men Museum
Chicago Illinois is on the southwestern shores of Lake Michigan. The Chicago Portage connects the Mississippi River and Great Lakes Watersheds. The city’s history and economy are closely tied to its proximity to Lake Michigan. While the Chicago River historically handled much of the region’s waterborne cargo, today’s lake carriers use Lake Calumet Harbor on the South Side. When founded in 1837, most of the early buildings were around the mouth of the Chicago River and the original 58 blocks.
Architectural History Mobility Maritime Museums Historic Ships and the Texas Navy Galveston is located on Galveston and Pelican Islands on the Gulf Coast. It was the main port of the Texas Navy and later served as the capital of Texas. During the 19th century, Galveston was a commercial center, the largest city in Texas and a… Continue reading Galveston and the Texas Seaport Museum
The Philadelphia Ship Preservation Guild maintains and sails historic ships to bring the past to the present. A non-profit organization that teaches and practices seamanship, traditional restoration, maritime culture, and sailing skills in a fun and team focused setting. The Schooner Diligence was designed and built by Joshua and Samuel Humphreys in Philadelphia in 1797 for… Continue reading Maritime History Ecology and Recreation in Philadelphia and the Delaware River
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