Question: Where in Florida would you find Fort Jefferson?
Answer: Dry Tortugas National Park, about 70 miles west of Key West
Discovered in 1513 by Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de León, who named the islands “Las Tortugas” due to the abundant sea turtles, the park’s history is rich with tales of exploration and adventure. The main feature, Fort Jefferson, was constructed in the 19th century and remains one of the largest masonry structures in the Western Hemisphere, serving various roles throughout its history from military fort to prison.
