National Florida Day
We began honoring each state in the order they were born in the union, beginning with Hawaii and ending with Hawaii on Independence Day. We've chosen a small piece of each state's past, foods, and the people who make up the state. There's so much more to discover, but we can't help but celebrate our beautiful country even more.
The Sunshine State is home to the country's oldest established city. There are tales to tell on St. Augustine's streets and colonial architecture, which have more than 400 years of history. Founded by Spanish explorers in 1565, visit the city and walk in the same footsteps as 16th-century bishops, ponder the pirate escapades and the whereabouts of missing gold, and learn about European settlers' lives.
After the end of the French and Indian War in 1763, East and West Florida became the 14th and 15th British Colonies. The French and Indian War ended in 1763.. The Treaty of Paris, which was established in 1783, returned Florida to Spain after the American Revolutionary War ended.
Two deals: The Louisianna Purchase in 1803 bought East Florida with it (but not without exception from the French) and the United States' involvement in an 1812 rebellion in West Florida that led to the establishment of the Mississippi Territory in 1812, which led to West Florida's incorporation. On March 3, 1845, Florida joined the Union. 1845. 1845.
Sun and space
With an average high temperature of 79.5°F, it should not surprise that Floridian John Gorrie introduced refrigeration and air conditioning to the world in 1851. More than half of the year will be divided by partly cloudy to sunny days, so the invention of sunblock would be a must. Benjamin Green, a Hungary-born pharmacist, invented a sunscreen in 1944 that later became a tanning lotion known as Coppertone.
Cape Canaveral and the Kennedy Space Center in Brevard County's home have come a long way from the Kennedy Space Center's first launch in 1950. Cape Canaveral's missions continue well into the future, from Appollo missions to Hubble Telescopes and Mars Rovers. Missions include commercial ventures, including SpaceX launches.
More than enough to do and see in Florida is available.. More than a visit to the Sunshine State's open spaces and sunny faces are required for more than one visit, from man-made worlds and relaxing beaches to long, colorful and intricate history.
