Historical Marker
Evans Rendezvous
Historical marker location:
Fernandina Beach, Florida
( Marker is at the intersection of Gregg Street and Lewis Street, on the left when traveling south on Gregg Street.)
American Beach Historic District. A Project of the Trust for Public Land.
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.