Fresh Water Indians
The Fresh Water Tribe, or Agna Dulce, comprised inhabitants of several towns in eastern Florida, including Anacape, Antonico, and Maiaca. Their history aligns closely with that of other Timucua groups, marked by Ponce de León’s arrival in 1513 and Spanish missions in the 17th century. Following early conversions to Christianity, the population dramatically decreased, with 300 individuals being Christianized by 1602. The remaining communities faced significant decline, with the last Timucua names surviving in place names like Tomoka Creek.