Joe Ingram Key facts for kids
 Joe Ingram Key
Location in Florida
Joe Ingram Key
Location in Caribbean
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| Geography | |
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| Location | Gulf of Mexico |
| Coordinates | 24°32′44″N 81°54′45″W / 24.545528°N 81.912611°W |
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| State | Florida |
| County | Monroe |
Joe Ingram Key is a small island located in the Florida Keys. It is part of Monroe County, Florida, in the United States. This island is also inside the Key West National Wildlife Refuge, which helps protect its natural environment.
Where is Joe Ingram Key Located?
Joe Ingram Key is one of the "Outlying Islands" of the Florida Keys. These are islands that are a bit further away from the main chain. It is found in the southern part of a group called the Mule Keys.
This island is about 9 miles (15 kilometers) west of Key West. It is the smallest island among all the Mule Keys.
How Did Joe Ingram Key Get Its Name?
The island was named after a brave person named Joseph Ingram. He was a former U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer. A Petty Officer is a rank in the Coast Guard, similar to a non-commissioned officer in other military branches.
In 2004, Joseph Ingram helped rescue four fishermen. They were in trouble and floating in the water south of the key late at night. Because of his heroic actions, the island was named in his honor.
