Florida Under Five Flags

Florida Under Five Flags is a historical book written by Rembert Wallace Patrick that explores the rich and diverse history of Florida. The book covers the period from 1513 to 1821, when Florida was under the control of five different flags - Spain, France, Great Britain, the Confederacy, and the United States. The author takes the reader on a journey through time, exploring the various cultural, social, and economic changes that occurred during each period of Florida's history. He discusses the impact of each flag on Florida's development, including the establishment of settlements, the growth of agriculture, and the rise of the slave trade.Patrick also delves into the political and military conflicts that took place during this time, including the Seminole Wars and the American Revolution. He provides insight into the lives of the people who lived in Florida during each period, including Native Americans, European settlers, and African slaves.Overall, Florida Under Five Flags is a comprehensive and engaging look at the history of Florida, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the state's rich and complex past.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.