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Lightship WLV 539

Lightship WLV 539 is a historic place in Lewes, Sussex County, Delaware, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on February 16, 1989, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 89000006.

Lewes, Sussex County, DelawareListed February 16, 1989NRIS #89000006★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Lightship WLV 539?

Lightship Overfalls (LV-118) was the last lightvessel constructed for the United States Lighthouse Service before the Service became part of the United States Coast Guard. She is currently preserved in Lewes, Delaware as a museum ship.

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Listing details

Name
Lightship WLV 539
City
Lewes
County
Sussex County
State
Delaware
Listed on the National Register
February 16, 1989
NRIS reference number
89000006
Resource type
structure
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
38.77790, -75.14113
When was Lightship WLV 539 listed on the National Register?

Lightship WLV 539 was added to the National Register of Historic Places on February 16, 1989.

Where is Lightship WLV 539 located?

Lightship WLV 539 is located in Lewes, Sussex County, Delaware at approximately 38.77790, -75.14113. See the map above.

Is Lightship WLV 539 a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Lightship WLV 539 is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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