State of War: A History of World War II in Florida

This groundbreaking book is the first to tell the full story of Florida’s role in WWII and details how the war transformed the state into a hub for military industry, training, and demographic change, shaping its relationship with the U.S. military for generations.

During this event, you’ll:
🔹 Explore historic photographs, archival records, and first-hand reporting from the era
🔹 Learn how Florida’s geography made it a strategic site for military bases and training
🔹 Understand how WWII reshaped Florida’s demographics and long-term development

👤 About the author:

Dr. Atwood is founder and executive director of the Miami-Dade Military Museum and Memorial, resident military historian at FIU’s Jack D. Gordon Institute for Public Policy, a third-generation Floridian, and a retired Navy Chief Warrant Officer 3.

Publisher: University Press of Florida