Apr 61 minEscape of Judah P. BenjaminOne of the most common stories in Manatee County’s history involves the escape of Confederate Secretary of State, Judah P. Benjamin. As...
Apr 62 minArmed Occupation Act (1842) and Homestead Act (1862)The Armed Occupation Act was one of the first official attempts by the U. S. government to populate Florida with settlers. Florida during...