Florida Press Educational Services, Sandpaper Publishing, the University of West Florida Historic Trust and the University of West Florida Archeology Institute are presenting “Forgotten Front: Florida During the Revolutionary War.”

On July 4, 2026, the United States of America will commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Join us for a fascinating look at British foodways during the Revolutionary War period and take home contemporary recipes to try yourself!

In 1763, France, Britain and Spain signed the Treaty of Paris at the end of the French and Indian War. As part of the treaty, Spain gave up Florida to Britain in exchange for Havana. The British then divided Florida into two territories: East Florida and West Florida, governed from St. Augustine and Pensacola, respectively. East and West Florida were the only two southern colonies to remain loyal to King George III.

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