Chimney Park – Scenic Hwy Pensacola
March 10th, 1862 – General Bragg and his Confederate troops destroyed the Hyler-Knowles Planing Mill as part of the “scorched earth” campaign during their withdraw... Read More
Pensacola History
Pensacola is one of the most historic cities in the Southeast. However, our history is often times overlooked by our beautiful white beaches. Although, through many battles and harsh hurricanes as well as fires, we may have lost some historic structures along the way, our story remains. At ECT, we strive to keep Pensacola’s past fresh in our local’s and visitor’s mind.
Tour Guide Rick Brown has been working hard to put together an amazing website that showcases Pensacola History. He has done this on his own, just out of a love for the area. Please visit www.pensacolathenandnow.com and dive into the amazing story of America’s First Settlement.
Pensacola History
Outlaw John Wesley Hardin
August 24th, 1877 – Outlaw John Wesley Hardin was captured in Pensacola, Florida. Hardin was notoriously reputed to be the fastest gunslinger around and to... Read More
Street Cars on Palafox
February 3rd, 1892 – Pensacola city officials decided to pave Palafox Street in preparation for the street car system. This photo shows after the street... Read More
Escambia School Riot in 1976
February 5th, 1976 – A riot erupts at Escambia High School in Pensacola because students voted to keep the new name Raiders instead of going... Read More
Pensacola Naval Air Station
January 20th, 1914 – The first Naval Aviator Officers were sent down to the abandoned Pensacola Navy Yard to establish the Pensacola Naval Aeronautic Station which... Read More
Hunter S. Thompson
July 18th, 1937 – Hunter S Thompson was born in Louisville, Kentucky. In 1956, shortly after enlisting in the Air Force, 19 year old Thompson was... Read More