Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Revolutionary War in Georgia
This resource offers a detailed account of how Georgia reacted to the American Revolutionary War and the battles that took place there. Uses popups
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Statues and Monuments in Georgia
Provides a list of various statues and monuments found in Georgia. Click on one and see a picture and brief description of each.
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University of Georgia: Georgia History
This site has great links to the history of Georgia. Categories of links include: Prehistoric Period, Spanish Georgia, French Georgia, Georgia as an English Colony, American Revolution to the Civil War, Reconstruction to the 20th...
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National Park Service: Savannah, Ga: Lasting Legacy of Colonial City Planning
The site explores the colonial history of the city of Savannah, Georgia. This interactive lesson has excellent information, an inquiry question, historical context, maps, readings, images, and activities.
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Reconstruction in Georgia
After the Civil War ended, Georgia was in a state of chaos. Learn all about the Reconstruction in Georgia from 1865-1871 and how it changed the state politically, socially, and economically.
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Atlantic Slave Trade to Savannah
Encyclopedia article describing slavery in Colonial Georgia and the role that Savannah played in slave trade from 1755 to as late as 1858.
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: History and Archaeology: Rice
Discussion of the Georgia rice industry and its importance as an agricultural commodity from the 1750s until the Civil War.
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Thomas Hardwick (1872 1944)
Biographical account of the life and political career of Georgia governor Thomas Hardwick, who in 1919 was a target of a mail bomb that started the Palmer Raids.
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Juliette Gordon Low 1860 1927
Good reference tool for learning about the life of Juliette Gordon Low who in 1912 was the founder of the Girl Scouts of the United States of America.
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The Us50: Georgia
This site provides excellent information regarding Georgia's history, geography, state parks, and historic sites. A fact sheet of information and a quiz is also available.
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The Story of Georgia's Capitols and Capital Cities
Trace the history of Georgia's capital cities, from Savannah to Atlanta, as well as the history of the capitol buildings.
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The Story of Georgia's Capitols and Capital Cities
Trace the history of Georgia's capital cities, from Savannah to Atlanta, as well as the history of the capitol buildings.
Library of Congress
Loc: America's Story: Georgia
Who was Georgia named in honor? Who founded the Girl Scouts in the United States? Find the answers to these questions as well as the lore and history of the state of Georgia.
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Cotton
Encyclopedia article portraying the importance of cotton to Georgia's agricultural economy during the Civil War up until World War I.
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The Genealogy Forum: Georgia Important Dates
This websire provides eight important events starting with George II's granting of a charter to Georgia's secession from the Union.
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Class Flow: The History of Georgia
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart focuses on famous people from Georgia. A time line of important events and student assessment items are included.
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Class Flow: Georgia Historical Figures
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart allows teachers to review or introduce the 7 Georgia historical figures taught in 2nd grade according to the Georgia Performance Standards.