Event Description
A virtual evening with Florida history on ZOOM.
U-Boats, Saboteurs, and Orange Groves: Florida in World War II
Join World War II historian, Ryan Lowry virtually on ZOOM to learn about Florida's role in World War II which was far more consequential to the safety of the United States than people realize. Once the war broke out, Germany was probing America's doorstep with submarines and saboteurs. At the time, Florida was the largest state surrounded by water and America increased its defense by creating air bases and naval bases to combat enemy intrusion. Pensacola grew to be a major military base for training men for the conflict overseas and pilots would learn how to operate aircraft for service in the Pacific and Europe. The state also became a haven for German prisoners of war from North Africa and a scene for sinking merchant vessels bound for England. Learn how Florida was necessary in the defense of the mainland United States against Nazi tyranny and how it would help win the largest war in history.
Spanish American War in Florida: A Story of Chaos
Join Senior Curator of Education and History, Zach Zacharias virtually on ZOOM for a presentation on the Spanish American War that unfolded in Cuba in 1898 and how Florida dealt with an international war only 90 miles away. Many cities in Florida were used as staging areas for the invasion of Cuba. This talk includes Tampa, Miami, Jacksonville, Key West and the chaos that was created by the U.S. Army moving into the state.
Free for members, $7.00 for future members.
*Upon registration, you will receive a ZOOM link to your email.
