Jacksonville
Jacksonville is the largest city in the U.S. state of Florida by population and land area. Here are some key points about this vibrant city:
History
- Jacksonville was originally settled in 1791 by a group led by Robert Davis and named for Andrew Jackson, who was a military leader during the War of 1812 and later became the seventh President of the United States.
- The city was incorporated in 1832.
- During the American Civil War, Jacksonville was occupied by Union forces in 1862 and became a center for the Union's operations in Florida.
- On May 3, 1901, the Great Fire of Jacksonville destroyed much of the city, leading to significant rebuilding efforts and modern urban planning.
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