The fort is Castillo de San Marcos which is the original name; it went through various name changes as Florida changed hands – Spanish, British, Spanish again, American, Confederate. It also held native American prisoners.
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- Made from Coquina, a soft rock that incldes seashells. It must be hardened before use.
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- Although the stone is the predominant appearance, it was originally plastered and painted white.
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- The city wall (reconstruction) is seen from the fort. It surrounded the city with manned redoubts providing protection.
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- The Saint Auguisine lighthouse from the fort.
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- A view into town.
More about coquina.