How the Smalls Lighthouse Was Built | The Secret Life of Lighthouses

Discover the incredible story behind the Smalls Lighthouse, a masterpiece of Victorian engineering. Learn how Henry Whiteside and John Smeaton designed a granite tower to withstand the harsh Irish Sea, saving countless lives in one of Britain’s busiest shipping lanes. The Secret Life of Lighthouses S02 E02 0:00 - The Challenge of Building Smalls Lighthouse 3:05 - The Gruesome Tale of Two Keepers 5:38 - Birth of a Victorian Engineering Marvel 8:47 - The Tragedy That Inspired a Lighthouse 11:33 - Henry Whiteside’s Ingenious Design 18:42 - Surviving Construction on the Rocks 22:19 - The Devastating Power of Rogue Waves 28:03 - Life as a Lighthouse Keeper 36:14 - The Transition to Modern Lighthouse Design 42:12 - The Legacy of Smalls Lighthouse 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! 🏰📜    • Inside the Execution of Charles I | Charle...      • Duke of Kent: A Royal Tragedy | World War ...      • Motorcycle Jackets: Military to Modern Sty...   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!    • The Secret Life of Lighthouses | Documenta...      • Walking Britain's Lost Railways | Banijay ...      • Wicked Inventions | History Documentary | ...   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    / @banijayhistory   to subscribe now! #documentaries #historydocumentary #historychannel Uncover the stories that shaped our world. Watch our best videos now on Banijay History! 📜🌍    • Nazi Gold in Bavarian Alps - Hunting Nazi ...      • The Evidence of Noah's Ark - Forbidden His...      • Vatican Secrets Revealed - Forbidden Histo...   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. 🕵️‍♂️🔍    • Badness Escapes St Vincent's Guarded Ward ...      • Love, Betrayal, and Murder Compilation | D...      • The Shocking Story of Mary Jo Buttafuoco |...   Ready to explore beyond just history? Dive deeper with Banijay and uncover the stories that shape our world. Your adventure across genres starts here! 🌍🔬📜    / @banijayscience      / @banijaybluelight      / @banijayengine      / @britishhomeshub      / @banijayreality      / @banijaydocumentaries      / @banijaywild      / @banijayadventure      / @banijayfood      / @thelaughtrackofficial      / @banijaycrime