will present his book

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

📅 Friday, July 10, 2026
🕑 7:00 p.m.
📍Books & Books
265 Aragon Ave.
Coral Gables, FL 33134

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This groundbreaking book is the first to tell the full story of Florida’s role in WWII, including how the war transformed the state into a hub for military industry and training.

The book also explains how WWII drove Florida's significant demographic changes, shaping its relationship with the U.S. military for generations.

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

👤 About the author:

Dr. Anthony Atwood is the Founder and Executive Director of the Miami-Dade Military Museum and Memorial, as well as a resident military historian at FIU’s Jack D. Gordon Institute for Public Policy. He is a third-generation Floridian, and a retired Navy Chief Warrant Officer 3.

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