Others serve as centerpieces to parks or historical sites, but all remain as landmarks to their region's maritime heritage. Table of Contents About the Author David Cipra was well known by most members of the lighthouse community as the foremost expert on Gulf Coast lighthouses. He joined the U.S. Coast Guard in 1966 and retired as Master Chief of Public Affairs in 1986. After retirement, Cipra continued to work for the agency as a civilian. His death ended a 28-year association with the Coast Guard.
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