Robert Redd is a native Floridian with a longtime interest in history. He is a graduate of Stetson University with a bachelor's degree in American studies and received his master's degree in public history from American Public University System. Robert is a member of the Florida Historical Society, the Southern Historical Association, American Battlefield Trust and several local history organizations. He is the author or coauthor of nine books published by Arcadia Publishing. Robert previously served as executive director at the New Smyrna Museum of History and now works in the cultural arts field.