B&W circa 1890 Three young Black children smile and pose in front of the Castillo de San Marcos. The middle child has his arms around his two friends, also male.

Historical Events

Black History

St. Augustine radio station WFOY reported in their morning show that Black leaders in St. Augustine are arming themselves in the battle for equal rights. While the s...

The Amnesty and Reconstruction Proclamation is issued by President Lincoln. In order to rebuild the United States, Lincoln offered to forgive Confederates who swore...

Christopher Columbus sets sail for "the New World," beginning the imperial era of Spain. This conquest was ordered by Isabella I, Queen of Castile. Columbus came ash...

King Charles II decrees that enslaved people under British control who seek sanctuary in Spanish territories will be given liberty, as long as they convert to Cathol...