About the book
This story of the Keys is told by Todd Turrell and his friends Brian Schmitt and Bob Carr. Together, they present a historical overview that is both simple and informative. Their goal is to enhance public knowledge of and interest in Keys history using maps, overlays and exhibits created specifically for this book. Included are ancient maps that contain fascinating information and images, as well as a series of modern maps of today’s islands with the mile-markers that help define them, Descriptions of each area and a page of historical photographs help complete the story.
Table of Contents
- Biographies
- Introduction
- Chapter 1: Geological History of the Florida Keys & Hurricane Impacts
- Chapter 2: First People by Robert S. Carr, Archaeologist
- Chapter 3: Discovery & Charting by Brian C. Schmitt
- Chapter 4: Shipwrecks & Treasure
- Chapter 5: Pioneer Settlers in the Keys
- Chapter 6: Florida East Coast Railway‐Key West Extension & Overseas Highway
- Chapter 7: Key West
- Chapter 8: Military Presence, Refugees & Smugglers
- Chapter 9: Modern Maps of the Keys & Area Histories
- Chapter 10: Waterfront Development Overlays, 1959 to Today
- Bibliography of Historical References and Further Reading
Book Details
- Print Length: 156 Pages
- Edition: First
- Size: 12" x 12"
- Publication Date: 2019
- Author - Todd T. Turrell & Brian C. Schmitt
