FIRST - Civil Governor of the Territory of Florida
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N 30° 19.506 W 081° 39.211
17R E 437175 N 3354990
Located in front of the Duval County Courthouse on East Bay Street in downtown Jacksonville, Florida.
Waymark Code: WM44ZG
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 07/07/2008
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In 1821, Florida became a U.S. Territory, Duval was named United States Judge for the East Florida district on May 18, 1821. On April 17, 1822, President James Monroe appointed him as the first non-military governor of the territory, succeeding General Andrew Jackson. He was reappointed by President John Quincy Adams and President Andrew Jackson. During his twelve year administration, he relocated the territory’s capital to Tallahassee. He was also known for his peaceful dealings with the Native Americans living in the state. He signed the first act of legislation in Florida as a U.S. Territory, dividing it into four territories and establishing the local court system.
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