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Handout
University of South Florida

Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Lit2 Go: Henry B. Plant

For Students 9th - 10th
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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Other

Henry Morrison Flagler, History of the Railroad

For Students 9th - 10th
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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Website
Other

Henry Morrison Flagler Museum

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides extensive information about the Gilded Age, the impact of Henry Flagler on the history of Florida, and more.
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Handout
National Women’s History Museum

National Women's History Museum: Julia Tuttle

For Students 9th - 10th
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.