Bone Key?

The Florida Keys is one of the most interesting areas in all of the United States. Key West has not always been known as the tourist destination that we think of it today. For my second episode I was able to research the early history and reputation for Key West. In the mid-1800's Key West was known primarily as a post to disband piracy in the Gulf of Mexico. The island was also had the highest population in all of Florida for a period of time, a fact that is hard to believe considering its small size. Key West became a strong military importance for the United States because it is the "southernmost" land. Key West has transformed in the last 150 years to one of the most sought after tourist destinations in the whole country. The unique island boasts miles of beaches and a history that includes treasure and pirates. It was interesting to research Key West because of the range of uses its had over the years, from trade post to cruise ship post and everything in between.