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Following
the hard work and planning of lighthouse enthusiasts and experts over the
course of 3 years, the World Lighthouse Society was formed by representatives
from many countries at the Inaugural meeting held on 2nd September
2002.
Why
an international society dedicated to lighthouses? To
create an International meeting place for all who are concerned with raising
public awareness of this important part of worldwide maritime heritage.
Although
lighthouses belong to different countries, they are all part of the one
and same navigational structure. They
surround the earth like a shining serpentine, with neither start nor end. Aids to navigation have played a critical role in all parts of the world for over 2000 years. Today, lighthouses, light vessels and seamarks have largely been replaced by sophisticated electronic equipment. Most are de-manned or have been de-commissioned altogether. |
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AIMS Our
challenge at national and international level is to actively encourage
and promote the protection and preservation of historically significant
aids to navigation, primarily lighthouses and light vessels. We
aim to promote communication and co-operation amongst all lighthouse organisations
and enthusiasts, to share information, ideas and strategies and to offer
support worldwide. We provide a forum where needs and achievements can be made known to a global audience.
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THE
SOCIETY The
membership is drawn from many countries, with representation across the
world increasing at a steady rate. Members
come from diverse backgrounds of expertise, including lighthouse professionals
and skilled enthusiasts. Some have
backgrounds in technical management, navigation and photography. All
want to support the saving of the world’s lighthouse heritage. The
Society is governed by an international Executive Board voted in to office
annually by the members. The Chairman, Secretary, Treasurer and other officials as
required, are appointed to
ensure the effective and smooth operation of the Society. Modern technology, in the form of email and the Internet, makes possible efficient running and effective communication within a global organisation. Meetings of members are regularly held in different countries. Click here for an example of the newsletter
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