THE IMPACT OF A TROPICAL STORM ON FLORIDA'S CULTURAL ORIGIN

Authors

  • Dewey M Stowers, Jr.
  • Harry J. Schaleman, Jr.

Abstract

The struggle between France and Spain , April 1562 to October 1565, determined Florida's early colonization. In the opinion of the writers, the outcome was strongly influenced by tropical storms assailing Florida's eastern coast in August and September 1565. These storms severely hampered Pedro Menendez de Aviles' land campaign. However, the cost to the French was greater. Storms destroyed most of Jean Ribault's Florida fleet.

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Published

1987-10-01

Issue

Vol. 21 (1987): The Florida Geographer

Section

Articles