Florida History
Florida has the oldest history in the United States (after European contact). After the Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de León came ashore with his landing party in La Florida in 1513 the entire world began changing and expanding very rapidly. Florida’s interesting history can be explored here…
Various Historical Periods in Florida’s History
Pre-European Contact
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Colonial
European Colonization in Florida (1513-1821)
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U.S. Territorial
Territorial Florida (1821-1845)
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Statehood
Florida Statehood (March 3, 1845)
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Civil War and Reconstruction (1865-1877)
Florida during the Civil War and Reconstruction
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20th Century
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A Brief Timeline of Florida History
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Five Centuries of Florida History
Fascinating Florida History Timeline
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Florida's 8 Geographic Regions and their Interesting Histories
Florida Regional History by Florida Back Roads Travel
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The Great Floridian's 2000 Program
Distinguished Individuals Throughout Florida's History
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