History of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA

The city was incorporated in 1911, and in 1915 was designated the county seat of newly formed Broward County.
Fort Lauderdale's first major development began in the 1920s, during the Florida land boom of the 1920s.
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1916
Fort Lauderdale, in Dade co., Fla., 30 miles N. by E. of Miami.
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1945 - NAVY REPORTS 5 PLANES LOST OVER ATLANTIC. SEARCH UNDER WAY OFF FLORIDA COAST; 10 CREWMEN ABOARD.
Miami, Fla. (UP) - A flight of five navy torpedo bombers disappeared off the southeast Florida coast last night, and today a full-scale search aided by aircraft carrier was launched over a wide area.
The escort carrier Solomons, with 25 or 30 planes which could scour the Atlantic region was called into the search by the navy here. Planes from the carrier were joined by all available coast guard, navy and army aircraft and rescue vessels.

Navy officials here said only that the Solomons "happened to be in the neighborhood." It was not known if it were returning to a United States port from a war area.

All merchant shipping in the coastal waters also was asked by radio to aid in the search, the largest air-sea rescue operation for the stations in this area.

The planes, from the naval air station at Fort Lauderdale, Fla., were reported overdue when they failed to return from a routine flight. Each carried two crewmen.

None of the planes sent out distress messages, apparently, ... Read MORE...

1947 - September 17–September 21 – The 1947 Fort Lauderdale Hurricane in southeastern Florida, and also in Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana causes widespread damage and kills 51 people.

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September 21, 1947

1965 - October 14 -15 - Heavy rains hit the coastal areas of southeastern Florida.
In a 24 hour period rains of twenty inches were reported from Deerfield Beach to Fort Lauderdale, with 25.28 inches on the Fort Lauderdale Bahia-Mar Yacht Basin. Flooding that resulted caused considerable damage to roads and streets. The rains inundated numerous newly planted vegetable fields, and some residences. Ten miles away just 4.51 inches of rain was reported.
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1965 - October 30-31 - Fort Lauderdale, FL, was deluged with 13.81 inches of rain, which brought their rainfall total for the month of October to an all-time record of 42.43 inches.

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1968 - December 6 - WKID (WSCV) TV channel 51 in Fort Lauderdale, FL (IND) 1st broadcast

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1969 - August 30 - Racial disturbances in Fort Lauderdale Florida

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2023 - Fort Lauderdale is a fantastic place with a lot to offer! Here's a list of places to go and things to do in this vibrant town:
Fort Lauderdale Beach: Start your visit with the city's most famous attraction. Relax on the sandy shores, swim in the crystal-clear waters, or take a leisurely stroll along the beachfront promenade.

Las Olas Boulevard: This iconic street is packed with boutiques, restaurants, and art galleries. It's an ideal place to shop, dine, or simply people-watch.

Bonnet House Museum and Gardens: Explore this historic estate featuring art, architecture, and a lovely garden. It's a unique blend of history and nature in the heart of the city.

Fort Lauderdale Riverwalk: Stroll along the New River, where you can enjoy beautiful views, lush greenery, and plenty of dining options.

Museum of Discovery and Science: A great place for families, this museum offers interactive exhibits, an IMAX theater, and a chance to explore the wonders of science.

Hugh Taylor Birch State Park: Escape into nature at this urban oasis. You can hike, bike, or simply have a picnic amid the stunning... Read MORE...