Spain refused to destroy Negro Fort, a fort in Spanish Florida that was an outpost for freed or escaped African Americans. How did that affect Florida?(1 point)

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It led to the first invasion of Florida
It led to the first invasion of Florida

It proved that Spain wasn't going to just give up Florida
It proved that Spain wasn't going to just give up Florida

The Seminole tribe of Florida had a stronger stance against the US
The Seminole tribe of Florida had a stronger stance against the US

It led to Spain giving up Florida to the US

Answer 1

The correct response is: It proved that Spain wasn't going to just give up Florida.

The existence of Negro Fort and Spain's refusal to destroy it demonstrated Spain's commitment to maintaining control over Florida and supporting the rights of freed and escaped African Americans, which contributed to tensions with the United States.