First Exploration of North America - St Petersburg, FL
N 27° 48.393 W 082° 45.245
17R E 327211 N 3077007
Panfilo De Narvaez began his expedition near this park on April 15, 1528.
Waymark Code: WM5YNK
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 03/02/2009
Views: 12
Near this park the 400 man expedition led by Panfilo De Narvaez landed on April 15, 1528 to begin the first exploration of North America.
Erected by The Florida Society Colonial Dames, of the XVII Century January 15, 1953.
Marker Number: none
Date: Jan 15, 1953
County: Pinellas
Marker Type: Plaque
Sponsored or placed by: The Florida Society Colonial Dames
Website: Not listed
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