Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Fort Lauderdale, known as the "Venice of America," is a city located in Broward County, Florida, United States. The city is also sometimes known as "Fort Liquordale" as is known for its beaches, many bars, clubs and overall party atmosphere. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 152,397. According to the 2004 U.S. Census Bureau's Estimates, the city grew to 164,578. It is the county seat of Broward County, and forms a part of the South Florida metropolitan area.

History

The first inhabitants of the land were Seminole Indians who arrived in the 18th century. During the Second Seminole War, Major William Lauderdale led his Tennessee Volunteers into the area and raised New River Fort on the site of the modern city in 1838. In 1893, a young Ohioan named Frank Stranahan arrived and built a house that served as the first trading post, post office, bank and town hall of the area. The house was built near the site of the New River Fort and still stands today as a museum. Fort Lauderdale was offically incorporated as a town in 1911 and began as a predominantly agricultural community, raising dairy cows and citrus groves.

Related Topics:
Seminole Indians - Seminole War - William Lauderdale - Tennessee Volunteers - 1838 - 1893 - 1911

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