The Barefoot Mailman 1886-1892
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Markerman62
N 26° 15.551 W 080° 04.863
17R E 591766 N 2904712
Located at 907 Hillboro Mile. Entry is regulated.
Waymark Code: WMZ7B6
Location: Florida, United States
Date Posted: 09/22/2018
Views: 8
Before there were roads in South Florida, U.S. Mail carriers known collectively as "The Barefoot Mailman" risked their lives to deliver the mail. They traversed a 68 mile route-20 by boat and 48 by foot-along the Atlantic Coast between Palm Beach and the Miami River settlement. James E. Hamilton was one of these brave men. He lost his life in 1887 crossing Hillsboro Inlet.
Marker Number: None
Date: June 16, 2003
County: Broward
Marker Type: Plaque
Sponsored or placed by: Hillsboro Lighthouse Preservation Society
Website: Not listed
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