Maritza - Florida Mermaid Trail

Arts & Culture924 E Jefferson St, Brooksville, FL 34601, USA

In 1763, Spain traded Florida to Great Britain. Those British settlers became known as Florida Crackers, cowboy types who bragged a lot. Maritza thought anybody who braved the unknown like they had could brag any time they wanted. Beyond not knowing where their next meal was coming from, they didn't even know what kinds of food was native to the area! They had to learn so much so quickly in order to survive and deserved our admiration.

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Maritza - Florida Mermaid Trail

924 E Jefferson StBrooksville, FL 34601, USA

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