St. Augustine, Florida
Definition
St. Augustine is the oldest continuously inhabited European-established settlement in the continental United States, founded by Spanish explorers in 1565.
Analogy
Think of St. Augustine as a grandparent in a family reunion of American cities - it's been around longer than any other and has seen generations come and go.
Related terms
Spanish Colonization: The process by which Spain established colonies across the Americas from the late 15th to early 19th centuries.
Ponce de Leon: A Spanish explorer and conquistador known for leading the first official European expedition to Florida.
Timucua Tribe: Native American tribe that lived in Northeast and North Central Florida when Europeans arrived.
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