Robert is a native Floridian with a longtime interest in history. He is a graduate of Stetson University with a degree in American studies. He is a member of the St. Augustine Historical Society, the Civil War Trust and the Southeast Volusia Historical Society. This is his first book. Robert lives south of the "World's Most Famous Beach" with his wife, Christina; dogs Finley, Bessie and Jennie; and cat Ignatius.