The Battle of Fort Myers February 20, 1865

The southernmost land battle of the Civil War took place in  Southwest Florida on the site of present day Fort Myers. While not the same size or scope of Gettysburg, Federal and Confederate troops were locked in combat for an entire day. There is much disagreement on many aspects of the battle including the actual date on  which it was fought. Familiar names like Summerlin, Hendry and others all fit into this story. Join Duane E. Shaffer for an informative discussion on this unique chapter of local history.