Old Government Spring

Historical marker location:

Ybor City, Florida

( Marker is at the intersection of North 13th Street and East 5th Avenue, on the left when traveling south on North 13th Street.)

Marker installed: 1998

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.