Sand Key Lighthouse, Florida

When I think about the Sand Key Lighthouse the words perseverance, tragedy and strength come to mind. Located 9 miles south-southwest of Key West Harbor the Sand Key Lighthouse has witnessed numerous storms and tempests for over 180 years. Two lighthouses have served the site as the guide to Key West through the dangerous Florida Reef.

John Flaherty became ill and passed away in 1830 and Rebecca was appointed the new Keeper of Sand Key Light. In November 1834 Rebecca remarried at the Sand Key Light. Her husband Fredrick Neill was appointed Keeper until he left this position in 1836.

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John Flaherty became ill and passed away in 1830 and Rebecca was appointed the new Keeper of Sand Key Light. In November 1834 Rebecca remarried at the Sand Key Light. Her husband Fredrick Neill was appointed Keeper until he left this position in 1836.

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Sand Key Lighthouse, Florida