Florida Cracker Collection

The term “Florida Cracker” is tied to the early Florida pioneers who settled the state of Florida. It has been used to describe the homesteaders, fishermen, trappers, farmers, and other early settlers who ventured to the territory to start anew. However, it most commonly refers to the cattle ranchers who learned how to survive in Florida’s climate and the unique culture they created far different from the romanticized western cowboy. The origin of the name “Florida Cracker” is disputed, but many believe it is attributed to the sounds of the whips used by Florida cowmen, or cowhunters, to herd cattle. Check out these stories that touch on this unique culture.

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