St. Augustine encapsulates nearly 500 years of fascinating history. This
historic town, established along Florida's northeast coast in 1565, is
the oldest city in America. Its Old World atmosphere is present
everywhere. Numerous narrow streets flanked by crumbling walls, gardens,
coquina buildings, and over-hanging balconies provide the necessary
ingredients for a bona fide old Spanish city. Over 300 vintage
hand-tinted postcards from the 1900s through the 1950s take readers on a
visual tour. Visit many early Spanish homes, stop at the magnificent
Ponce de Leon Hotel, stroll picturesque and romantic streets, explore
the oldest fort in America, and tour an Alligator Farm. Witness some of
the events and places that have made St. Augustine one of the most
interesting cities in America. Together, the words and images comprise a
perfect historical keepsake of this memorable city.