DeSoto County, Administrative division in Florida, United States.
DeSoto County spans 639 square miles across Florida's Heartland region, containing a mix of agricultural lands, residential areas, and natural spaces.
The county, established in 1887, bears the name of Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto and served as a strategic location during the Second Seminole War.
The county hosts agricultural fairs throughout the year where local farmers display their produce, livestock, and traditional farming methods.
The county seat of Arcadia provides governmental services, including the Sheriff's Office, educational facilities, and transportation connections via major highways.
Carlstrom Field, a former military installation in DeSoto County, trained both American and British pilots during World War II operations.
Location: Florida
Inception: May 19, 1887
Capital city: Arcadia
Shares border with: Hardee County, Highlands County, Glades County, Charlotte County, Sarasota County, Manatee County
Website: http://desotobocc.com
GPS coordinates: 27.19000,-81.81000
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:40
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