Arcadia, County seat in DeSoto County, Florida.
Located in southwestern Florida with an elevation of 18 meters, Arcadia extends along both sides of the Peace River through agricultural landscapes.
The Florida Southern Railway established transportation routes through Arcadia in 1886, leading to increased settlement and commercial development in the region.
The city maintains a registered Historic District with numerous preserved buildings from the early 1900s, reflecting Florida's architectural heritage.
Arcadia Municipal Airport serves local aviation needs while Interstate 75 and U.S. Route 17 provide primary road access to surrounding communities.
The Royal Air Force trained pilots at Carlstrom Field during World War II, with 23 British aviators now resting in Oak Ridge Cemetery.
Location: DeSoto County
Inception: 1886
Elevation above the sea: 18 m
Website: http://arcadia-fl.gov
GPS coordinates: 27.21667,-81.86667
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:36
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