THE CAPE LOOKOUT LIGHTHOUSE

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The following pictures were taken to show the differences in the wall thickness.  This was accomplished by photographing the ten windows of the tower, which stands 163 feet in height.  Its walls taper from a total of 9 feet thick at the base to 1 foot 7 inches at the top.

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Standing inside the tower, looking outside.

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Standing on the first flight of steps, looking out the doorway.

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First Window

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Second Window

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Third Window

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Fourth Window

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Fifth Window

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Sixth Window

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Seventh Window

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Eighth Window

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Ninth Window

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Tenth Window

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Hatch into the watchroom

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Hatch from the Watch Room to the Gallery

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The hatch from outside, on the gallery.

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