May 4, 2025 • 8 mins
Exploring the Historic Trumbo Point in Key West
In this episode, host Michele O'Connor of the Fun in Key West podcast provides an insider's guide to Key West, talking about the best places to eat, drink, and stay. The focus of the episode is the history of Trumbo Point, a manmade section of Key West created by Henry Flagler's engineering efforts. Michele discusses its transformation from a terminal for the Overseas Railroad into a key naval hub, highlighting significant events like the use of blimps and seaplanes during WWII. Listeners are also invited to join the Fun In Key West book club for a deeper historical dive. The episode ends with a reminder to appreciate the rich stories behind Key West's landmarks.
00:00 Welcome to Fun and Key West Podcast
01:26 Historic Marker Monday: Trumbo Point
03:03 The Birth of Trumbo Point
04:03 Trumbo Point's Naval Transformation
04:52 Trumbo Point in World War II
05:58 Exploring Trumbo Point Today
06:54 Conclusion and Book Club Invitation
07:38 Final Thoughts and Farewell
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