Archaeological Discovery of British Redoubt in St. Augustine, Florida

SOURCE www.the-independent.com
Archaeologists in St. Augustine, Florida recently unearthed evidence of a 20-year British period in the 18th century, shedding light on a lesser-known chapter of the city's history.

Key Points

  • Discovery of a dry moat belonging to a British redoubt dating back to 1781
  • Highlights the brief but significant period of British rule in St. Augustine
  • Use of paleoethnobotany to study how humans and plants interacted with the structure

Pros

  • Sheds light on a lesser-known chapter of St. Augustine's rich history
  • Reclaims a piece of lost history from the British occupation

Cons

  • Few artifacts were found at the site
  • Uncertainty about the fort's actual size and shape