Cathedrals of War

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Focusing on Florida's coastal fortifications, the narrative spans from Amelia Island to Key West, detailing their significance from the colonial era through the Civil War and into the late 1880s. It explores the strategic reasons for their construction, the architectural designs of the forts, their military necessities, and the battles in which they were involved. This comprehensive examination highlights the historical context and the evolution of these structures as vital components of coastal defense.