University of South Florida
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Lit2 Go: Henry B. Plant
From a book titled "The Greatest Men of Florida," this is an account of the life and works of Henry B. Plant, whose work was instrumental in the development of the Gulf Coast area of Florida. The text can be read online, downloaded in...
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Henry Morrison Flagler, History of the Railroad
A thorough biography of Henry Flagler, a man instrumental in the history of Florida: his work in St. Augustine, his work with the railroads, his life in Miami, and the building of the railroad to Key West. Much more information is given...
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St. Petersburg Times: Lawton Chiles, 1930 1998
The story from St. Petersburg Times site that relates the death of Gov. Chiles in 1998. Coverage also on how Floridians remembered "Walkin' Lawton."
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Ohranger.com: Marjory Douglas
An introduction to Marjory Stoneman Douglas who was called the "mother of the Everglades." She was an environmentalist and activist who committed herself to protect this watery region considered by some to be a worthless swamp.
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City data.com: Florida Famous Floridians
Are there any native born people from Florida, or does everyone move south to enjoy the weather? Have a look at the famous people who came from Florida.
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St. Petersburg Times: Florida's Famous Seminole Leaders
Provides an interesting description of some of the past Seminole leaders in Florida. The site also contains some links to other sites about the Seminoles and other tribes who were located in Florida. (2002)
National Women’s History Museum
National Women's History Museum: Julia Tuttle
Meet Julia Tuttle, recognized as the only female founder of a major USA city - Miami! She recognized the potential of the area and was able to persuade H.Flagler to extend his railway to what is now Miami. The rest is history.