Basics of the Dry Tortugas

The Dry Tortugas were discovered in 1513 by Ponce de Leon and named the Dry Tortugas after the large population of Sea Turtles around the island. The “Dry” art was added later on to let explorers know it was lacking in fresh water. In 1846 construction on Fort Jefferson began, but was never finished.

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