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Tamiami Trail and the Everglades
State Archives of Florida
Marker detail: Stone archway on the Tamiami Trail marking the boundary of Dade and Collier counties
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The Tamiami Trail was crucial to opening up the wilderness and creating a link to Florida's major cities. Building a road through the heart of the Everglades was no easy task, but with the power of human ingenuity the builders were able to . . . — — Map (db m132100) HM |
| | The Tamiami Trail changed life in South Florida forever. Crossing the state went from being a multi-day sea and train journey through the Keys to a motor car drive of only a few hours. It opened up access to an area that was considered by most to be . . . — — Map (db m132095) HM |
| | With the perspective of time, the engineering marvel of the Tamiami Trail and its effect are being viewed in a different light. The early desire to conquer the swamp and control the water flow of this untamed wilderness changed the Everglades . . . — — Map (db m132096) HM |
May. 4, 2024