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Pensacola has a rich and unique history. Once occupied by the Spanish, French, British, and Confederates, remnants of the city’s past can be seen all over the region. Much of this history lies beneath the depths of the emerald waters.
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While swimming in the waters off Pensacola Beach last month, a couple found a historic-looking saber sword not far from the shore. Their finding went viral online, with many questioning if the sword is authentic or a replica. Experts say the real lesson is what to do when you find relics.
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During the evening of Tuesday, September 19, 1559, some 458 years ago, strong winds from the north heralded the arrival of a great hurricane in Pensacola…
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University of West Florida archaeologists spent the summer uncovering more details about Tristan de Luna’s 1559 Settlement in Pensacola. Much of the story…
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University of West Florida archaeology students and researchers have spent the summer uncovering more details about the 1559 Luna Settlement.The Tristan…
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There is a rich history surrounding the voyage of Tristan de Luna to what’s now Pensacola. And it’s getting richer with a new discovery by the University…
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It was nearly a year ago that the location of Tristan de Luna’s 1559 Settlement was discovered. Since then, University of West Florida archaeologists have…
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Over the summer I was lucky enough to volunteer with University of West Florida archeologists to assist with the ongoing effort to uncover the settlement…
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The University of West Florida is wrapping up its 2016 Summer Archaeology Field School.In addition to their work exploring the Luna shipwrecks at Emanuel…
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It’s been about six months since University of West Florida archaeologists revealed the discovery of Tristan de Luna’s 1559 settlement on Pensacola…