Florida is a state located in the southeastern region of the United States. It was first discovered by Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de León in 1513 who named it "La Florida" ("The Flower") due to its lush landscape.
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Spanish Colonization of Americas: The exploration, conquest, settlement and political rule over much of Western Hemisphere by Spain during late 15th to early 19th centuries which includes discovery of Florida.
Seminole Wars: Series of conflicts in Florida between the Seminole tribe and the United States that took place during 19th century.
Cuban Exile: The mass migration of Cubans to Florida, especially after Fidel Castro's rise to power in 1959.