Delve into the compelling history of Fort Foster, a pivotal U.S. Army outpost established in 1836 in present-day Hillsborough County, […]
Tag: Florida History
Unearthing Fort George Florida: A British Bastion’s Pivotal Role in American History
Nestled atop Gage Hill in Pensacola, Fort George Florida stands as a testament to colonial struggles and shifting allegiances. Originally […]
Unearthing the Past: The Forgotten Fort Kissimmee, Florida, and Its Enduring Legacy
Deep within the heart of Florida, a forgotten chapter of American history lies buried, centered around the enigmatic site of […]
Unearthing Fort Fraser: Florida’s Forgotten Frontier Outpost of the Seminole Wars
Nestled in the heart of Florida, the historic site of Fort Fraser stands as a poignant reminder of a tumultuous […]
Unveiling Fort Coombs Armory: Apalachicola’s Enduring Fortress and Historic Landmark
Standing as a testament to Apalachicola’s rich military and architectural past, the Fort Coombs Armory in Florida is more than […]
The Vanished Legacy of Fort Basinger, Florida: A Ghost Town’s Enduring Echoes
In the heart of Florida’s lush landscape lies the vanished site of Fort Basinger, Florida, a place steeped in military […]
The Fiery History of Fort Gadsden: A Saga of Freedom, Conflict, and American Expansion in Florida
Nestled on Prospect Bluff overlooking Florida’s Apalachicola River, the ground where Fort Gadsden now stands has witnessed centuries of intense […]
Fort Meade, Florida: Unveiling the Pivotal Role of a Frontier Military Post
Nestled within Polk County, Florida, lies the historic site of Fort Meade, Florida, a name that echoes with tales of […]
Fort Mellon: Unearthing the Pivotal Florida Outpost of the Second Seminole War
Nestled on the shores of Lake Monroe, Fort Mellon holds a crucial, yet often overlooked, place in Florida’s tumultuous history, […]
Fort Clinch: Unveiling Florida’s Enduring Legacy of Coastal Defense and Civil War History
Standing sentinel on the northernmost tip of Amelia Island, Fort Clinch represents a pivotal chapter in Florida’s rich military history. […]
Unearthing the Past: Fort Lane’s Critical Role in Florida’s Second Seminole War
Deep in the heart of Florida’s wilderness, a brief but critical chapter of American military history unfolded at Fort Lane. […]
Unearthing Fort Ogden, Florida: A Pivotal Outpost in the Second Seminole War
Nestled in present-day DeSoto County, Fort Ogden, Florida, stands as a testament to a pivotal, albeit brief, chapter in American […]