VFW Memorial

Historical marker location:

6184 US-1, St. Augustine, Florida

( Memorial can be reached from the intersection of Dixie Highway (U.S. 1) and Elaza Ln, on the right when traveling north.)

The Spanish established the first mission in Florida, Mission San Luis de Apalachee, in 1633. The mission was located near present-day Tallahassee and was home to a large Native American population.