This article is the story of the life of Ida Lewis, as told in the first person. Ida explains about her life growing up in Lime Rock Light House, where she eventually became the lightkeeper. Includes photos of Ida Lewis and Lime Rock Lighthouse.
When Johnny Reb went off to fight Billy yank, the women folk were left. Using two examples of published material - one fictional, one not, this article examines the role of the gals left behind.