Ida Lewis was born on February 25, 1842, in Newport, Rhode Island.
Ida Lewis, known for her heroism as a lighthouse keeper, was born on February 25, 1842, in Newport, Rhode Island. Her early years by the sea laid the foundation for her future endeavors in maritime life-saving.
Raised at the Lime Rock Lighthouse, where her father was the keeper, she grew up with a deep understanding of the challenges posed by the sea, which later influenced her courageous acts of rescue.