Secrets of the Eddystone Reef! - The Secret Life of Lighthouses

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Discover the untold story of the Eddystone Reef and the heroic engineering behind Britain’s iconic rock lighthouse. From Henry Winstanley’s daring designs to innovations in maritime safety, explore how these structures revolutionized ocean navigation and saved countless lives. The Secret Life of Lighthouses S01 E01 0:00 - The Challenge of Building a Rock Lighthouse 1:42 - The Deadly Eddystone Reef Claims Ships 3:37 - Henry Winstanley’s Audacious Vision 8:06 - Engineering the First Rock Lighthouse 9:48 - The Great Storm of 1703 Strikes 11:08 - Rudyard’s Half-Ship, Half-Tower Design 19:18 - Smeaton’s Stone Lighthouse Revolution 28:27 - The Craftsmanship Behind the Stone Tower 33:06 - The Legacy of Eddystone Lighthouse 41:12 - The Enduring Beacon of Maritime Safety Step back in time with our top pick on Banijay History! Discover the moments that shaped our world. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QvkjQgx7-tY Join Rob Bell in The Secret Life of Lighthouses as he uncovers the fascinating stories of these historic coastal icons. From the UK to Boston, explore the engineering marvels, shipwreck tales, and lives saved by these beacons of hope in a captivating three-part journey. Love maritime history? Dive into the full playlist and more coastal adventures now! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvoRlZFMwbkq0mDBJ75XCbAMjDUZg53-P https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvoRlZFMwbkrYt2u7G6srC00DHe9dua_B https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvoRlZFMwbkpiiiKtUfoaOU1L7CUE-pu8 Welcome to Banijay History, the ultimate destination for history buffs and enthusiasts! Our YouTube channel features an extensive collection of history documentaries, historical TV series, and full-length history documentary series that cover everything from ancient history to military history and beyond. Subscribe to our channel today and be the first to watch our full-length history documentaries and historical TV series. Don't miss out on the best historical TV shows and history documentaries – click on this link https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb7xZQi7F3RW7BNtR57cNnA?sub_confirmation=1 to subscribe now! #documentaries #historydocumentary #historychannel History obsessed? Dive into Banijay History’s latest videos for your fix of the most captivating tales from the past. Your next historical adventure awaits! 🏰📜 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RJ9muPVc49o https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FARGLkd-0ao https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KAYL1G_iQn4 Do you enjoy fascinating stories from history? Then our Crime channel has just what you need! Check out our top picks from Banijay Crime for a deep dive into the most captivating tales. 🕵️‍♂️🔍 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-wRFCbqzO34 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ezmkjyyVSxI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TI9JVu9EG84 Ready to explore beyond just history? Dive deeper with Banijay and uncover the stories that shape our world. Your adventure across genres starts here! 🌍🔬📜 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZSE95RmyMUgJWmfra9Yx1A https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJrOaDmUVrlaOYvjjvvk7pQ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbHGMcYuDpF3B1tN0yjD-Iw https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeRyONJf5PL9_qnbDOlV0yg https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZlVJHUTImBVC-rXooDEx4Q https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFrO-dKhooOuTtix5dia2_g https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzkgP6uhg92x24Gu2l7Vg0Q https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIUNJBbM20xvU5dPZTNL7XA https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMRWL27r9gxG7wYEj-H7X9w https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCd0XBswmzsQ3H3wrRy7tRcw https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_0r3EheCnp-wVvndYDGviQ