Turtle Gut Inlet, Historic inlet in Wildwood Crest, United States.
Description
Turtle Gut Inlet was a natural waterway connecting two large lagoons to the Atlantic Ocean. The opening provided sufficient water depth to allow passage for commercial and fishing vessels of that era.
History
The inlet formed as a natural coastal passage and became the site of important Revolutionary War events. A major naval engagement in 1776 demonstrated the struggles over control of supply routes to Philadelphia.
Culture
The inlet served as a vital passage for fishing and trading activities that shaped the region's economy and daily life. Local maritime communities depended on this waterway for their livelihoods.
Practical
The inlet no longer exists today because it was filled in permanently in 1922, making it part of the continuous beach. Visitors can learn about its location through historical maps and information at nearby coastal museums.
Did you know?
A local sailor named Richard Wickes died in the naval battle and is remembered as the first casualty from New Jersey in the war. His sacrifice marks this spot as a site of early American sacrifice.
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