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Exploring Fort Zachary Taylor in Key West

Posted on December 10, 2019 by Jon-Erik Gilot

My wife will tell you that I can find Civil War History wherever we go. I’m equally proud and embarrassed to admit that she’s right. We recently joined a few friends for a late season, kids free, just-what-the-doctor-ordered trip to … Continue reading →

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Civil War in Paradise

Posted on February 8, 2017 by Chris Kolakowski

In mid-January I spent a long weekend in Key West. I enjoyed the food, music, and atmosphere of a truly great town, and also saw some of the place’s interesting historic sites.  What really surprised me was the Civil War … Continue reading →

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