Florida Branch Railroad

Historical marker location:

Jasper, Florida

( Marker is at the intersection of Hatley Street (U.S. 41/129) and Central Avenue Northwest, on the left when traveling east on Hatley Street.)

Marker installed: 2014

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.