Today, 20 miles south of Half Moon Bay, there stands one of the tallest lighthouses in America. It's been there since 1872, has saved countless lives on the California coastline — but it also stands as a monument to a series of tragic shipwrecks.

<p>Today, 20 miles south of Half Moon Bay, there stands one of the tallest lighthouses in America. It's been there since 1872, has saved countless lives on the California coastline — but it also stands as a monument to a series of tragic shipwrecks.</p>

KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories.

<p>KQED serves the people of Northern California with a community-supported alternative to commercial media. We provide citizens with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions; convene community dialogue; bring the arts to everyone; and engage audiences to share their stories.</p>

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