John Clark – Soldier, Statesman and Pioneer

BAY COUNTY, FL – The Historical Society of Bay County is pleased to invite you to a presentation of John Clark, Soldier, Statesman and Pioneer at the Bay County Library. 898 W. 11th Street, on Monday, January 26th at 6 pm.

With the year 2026 being the 250th anniversary of our country, it is fitting that we recognize a patriot that resided on our shores, who is considered to be the first recorded settler in St. Andrews, the General and Georgia Governor John Clark.

The presenter, Bob Hurst, is a sixth generation Floridian. He holds a degree in Anthropology and Archaeology from Florida State University and a Postgraduate Academic Diploma in Archaeology from the University of London. Among his publications is his book The Spanish Road, Travels Along Florida’s Royal Road, El Camino Real. He has participated in archaeological digs in Florida, England, Yemen and Iran. Recently he dug in the Clark settlement here in Panama City. he is the current Vice President of the Historical Society and President of the Appliance Center.

The program is free and open to the public. Seating is limited so please come early.