1907 Old Spanish Mission Sugar Mill Smyrna Florida

Step back in time with this captivating 1907 postcard featuring the Old Spanish Mission Sugar Mill in New Smyrna, Florida. This postcard offers a glimpse into the rich history of the Cruger-dePeyster Sugar Mill, often mistaken for a Spanish mission. Built between 1825 and 1835, this mill was a significant part of Florida’s early industry before its destruction during the Second Seminole War in the 1830s.

Located at 600 Old Mission Road, the ruins of this historic site were added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1970. The mill’s coquina stone structure and arch windows are beautifully captured in this vintage postcard, showcasing its distinctive and historic appearance.

This postcard is a must-have for collectors interested in vintage postcards, historical architecture, and Florida history.

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