How does this source present the state of Florida? What details from the source support your response (see larger image)? Who is sponsoring this map? Why do you think so? What might that company hope to gain? Does the company still exist today? What more can you discover? Do a bit of research about the Spanish-American War, which was fought in 1898. How do you think this source might relate to the Spanish-American War? What other observations, reflections or questions does this source … [Read more...]
Today in History: Florida
January 10, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Today in History–January 10–the Library of Congress features Florida, which seceded from the Union on this day in 1861. Find out more by visiting the Today in History section, then follow the links below to learn more about the culture and history of the "Sunshine state" through the review of primary sources. Florida stories from America’s Library Florida primary source set Florida maps Florida books & articles Florida correspondence & documents Florida historical … [Read more...]
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