



Savannah Harbor Light, Georgia, 1957 Vintage Photo
This vintage photograph, taken by Frances Benjamin Johnston, captures a cast iron harbor light in Savannah, Georgia, located in Chatham County. The image is part of the Carnegie Survey of the Architecture of the South, a significant initiative that documented the architectural heritage of the Southern United States.
The harbor light, an essential navigational aid, reflects the maritime history of Savannah, a city known for its deep-water port and bustling trade activities. The photograph, published in 1957 in The Early Architecture of Georgia by Frederick Doveton Nichols, showcases the craftsmanship and design of coastal beacons that have guided vessels safely into harbor for generations.
Johnstons work stands as a testament to the rich architectural and cultural history of Savannah. This image connects viewers to the past, reminding us of the importance of these structures in the development of maritime navigation.
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Savannah Harbor Light, Georgia, 1957 Vintage Photo