BOOK #8 - The Beginning of Spanish Florida

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This is a textbook compilation of many details and events referencing the founding, development, governmental structure, defense, and background information for the Historic “City of St. Augustine” and the early 16th through 18th-century development of  “Northern Florida.” 

It includes items of Historic "Fort Caroline" and the building of the primary defense structure for the “City of St. Augustine,” known as the “Castillo de San Marcos.” 

It also includes information regarding many historic figures, structures, weapons, and events from many countries and regions that may have had an impact.

The information gathered is intended to provide a simple, accessible reference source to the local interpreters so that they can gain generalized knowledge necessary to provide accurate and reasonable discussion points and answers to the many questions from the general public.

This compilation draws from information in the public domain, including published and multiple-available internet resources and related computer-generated presentations. 

 Not Currently Published or

Available to the Public,

Written for use by Historical Reenactors