Mexican War

Historical marker location:

82 Marine Street, St. Augustine, Florida

( Memorial is at the intersection of Marine Street and St. Francis Street, on the left when traveling west on Marine Street.)

Florida National Guard.

The Everglades, one of Florida's most iconic natural landmarks, was not always a protected area. In fact, it was once considered a worthless swamp and was drained and developed for agricultural purposes in the early 20th century.