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(More customer reviews)I know the author a many of the people who are photographed or mentioned in the book. One thing Betty & Bunky failed to mention was that the Coast Guard had a seasonal station in Fortescue since 1965. I know both of them because I was stationed there each summer between 1967 & 1971. The book brought back a lot of memories and filled in some gaps in my knowledge of the town.
Chris Cooke
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Fortescue, a small island located in Downe Township, has a history that dates back to the early 1700s. Situated on the shores of the Delaware Bay, it was once portrayed as one of the finest locations for a summer resort, especially for those fond of fishing and hunting. Possessing many natural advantages at little expense to visitors, this charming village became an oasis for vacationers from surrounding towns and cities in the 1800s. At a time when roads were poor, visitors found Fortescue easily accessible by water or horse and buggy, and they flocked to bathe in the water and breathe the invigorating salt air. Although many of the tourist attractions are now gone, Fortescue continues to come alive in the early spring as fishermen return. Around Fortescue showcases the history of this small fishing community.
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