The Council Oak - Florida Historical Markers on Waymarking.com

This was a traditional meeting place of the Indian Chiefs during the Seminole Indian War 1835-1842. The actual Oak Tree has long since met its demise. This marker serves as a reminder of its historical value and rich history of the Fort Gatlin area during the Seminole Indian War.  You'll have to pull off onto a nearby side street to visit this one.

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Orlando's Council Oak erecrtion August 19, 1970

Orlando's Council Oak Tree was recognized with a marker from the Orange County Historical Commission.
    
In its glory, the Council Oak was said to be bigger than any of these trees, and the largest living oak in all of Central and South Florida.
    
It was called the Council Oak because it was the gathering place of the Seminole warriors.
    
But in the late 1800s, the giant old oak was struck by lightning. All that's left is the marker on South Ferncreek Avenue just past Stevens Street.

Marker Number: 1 Date: 1970 County: Orange Marker Type: Plaque Sponsored or placed by: Orange County Historical Commission Website: [Web Link]

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