The Southwest Florida Archaeological Society will host a presentation on “The Seminole & The Seminole Wars” by area historian ...

The third annual Scott 1817 Seminole War Battle Re-enactment will roar to life this weekend, Dec. 6-8, in Chattahoochee. The annual event commemorates the Scott Battle of 1817, the first Native ...

Thom Parham is on a mission to uncover parts of Florida’s buried past. The 64-year-old history teacher and conventional archeologist in Keystone Heights has his sights on finding Seminole War Fort No.

The Seminole Wars, fought between 1816 and 1858, represent one of the longest and most determined struggles for freedom in American history. These conflicts were not just battles over territory—they ...

In 1823, a young Miccosukee warrior arrived at a traditional ballgame wearing the tail of a Florida panther, earning him the nickname “Tigertail” and the respect of his peers. He would go on to be one ...

The militia invades Florida -- Negro Fort is destroyed -- Florida becomes United States territory -- The Seminoles are promised western land -- Osceola is made war chief -- Seminole attacks spread ...

“Keep your eyes open,” a lone horseman shouts, as he leads a small, ragtag band of white settlers across an open field. Moments later, shots ring out from the woods and a fierce battle is engaged. A ...