Discuss Florida's Evolution During the 19th century

Many things happened in Florida during the nineteenth century. One of the most significant was the fact that Florida was admitted into the United States of America. Another significant event in the 19^th century for Florida was the Civil War. Florida was the third state to secede from the Union. Florida did better than many Confederate States. For example the Union was never was able to capture Florida. Also none of Florida’s cities got destroyed nearly as bad as other Southern cities such as Atlanta. Florida provided many goods to The Confederate States utilizing Florida’s rail system. Examples of good supplied by Florida would include but not limited to corn, cattle, beef and salt. Many Floridians also fought in the Civil War. During reconstruction Florida played an instrumental role in helping other states by using its rail system.