Florida's Army: Militia, State Troops, National Guard, 1565-1985

-- A comprehensive history of the Florida National Guard, the oldest militia tradition in America, from 1565 -- 1985
-- Covers from 1565, when Florida was ruled by Spain, through 1985, when the Guard's role changed dramatically
-- Contains over 150 photographs, maps, and line drawings
-- Appendices offer lists of 20th-century adjutant generals of Florida, state medals and decorations, and fatal casualties from the Civil War through Vietnam -- a great research tool
-- A must for military history buffs