Historical Marker

Middleburg

Historical marker location:
Middleburg, Florida
( Marker is at the intersection of Main Street and Wharf Street, on the right when traveling east on Main Street.)
Marker installed: 1990

During World War II, the United States established many military bases in Florida, including the famous MacDill Air Force Base near Tampa. These bases played a crucial role in the war effort and helped to establish Florida as a major military state.