How did the Colossus of Rhodes relate to lighthouse history?

The Colossus of Rhodes, constructed about 300 years before Christ by Chares, was a celebrated statue at the entrance to the harbour. There is 'considerable probability' that it served the purposes of a lighthouse, although early writers do not explicitly mention this use. Its height was around 100 feet, yet there are inconsistencies in the accounts of its dimensions and visibility^[1].

This statue symbolizes an important aspect of lighthouse history, as it represents early efforts to create structures that not only served as navigational aids but also as monumental landmarks for maritime communities^[1].