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Savannah Images Project: Images of Oglethorpe
An illustrated biographical website on James Oglethorpe which includes information on his establishment of the Colony of Georgia. Very detailed biography connected to a very large set of images.
Yale University
Avalon Project: Charter of Georgia: 1732
This website provides a full-text of the Charter of Georgia written in 1732. Includes link to webpage with links to other colonial charters.
Curated OER
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: Mary Musgrove
Mary Musgrove played an important role in the history of the Creeks and the state of Georgia helping to maintain peace on the frontier. The New Georgia Encyclopedia does an excellent job of outlining her life and accomplishments in this...
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Savannah Images Project: Timeline of Colonial Georgia
Time line beginning with the birth of James Oglethorpe and ending with his death. Focuses on major events in the history of colonial Georgia, including the granting of the charter by King George and the settlement in Savannah.
PublicBookshelf Corporation
History of Colonial Georgia
An excerpt from Volume 1 of "Our Country", a book published in the late 1800s which discusses the settlement and growth of Georgia in the 18th century.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Southern Colonies: Debtors in Georgia
Georgia, the last colony founded by England, was established for competing reasons. Read about James Oglethorpe's vision for a utopian colony, and find out about why that vision failed, but the colony survived.
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Georgia Voyager: Story of Toonahowi
Read the exciting story from the Georgia Voyager of how Toonahowi and his uncle Tomochichi worked to become friends with the first English settlers of Georgia and to live in peace.
Georgia Humanities Council and the University of Georgia Press.
New Georgia Encyclopedia: Creek Indians
Interesting encyclopedia article that explores the history of the Creek Indians in Georgia. Includes suggestions for further reading.
Other
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.
ClassFlow
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.
Siteseen
Siteseen: Land of the Brave: James Oglethorpe
Overview and biographical facts on the life of James Oglethorpe, founder of the colony of Georgia.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: James Oglethorpe
Portrait of Oglethorpe
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Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: James Oglethorpe
Oglethorpe was a member of the British parliament and settled Savannah.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: James Oglethorpe
(1696-1785) Soldier and founder of Georgia.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: James Oglethorpe
The founder of Georgia, born in London, England, Dec. 21, 1688; died there Jan. 30, 1785.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: James Oglethorpe
An English general and the founder of the state of Georgia.
Curated OER
Educational Technology Clearinghouse: Clip Art Etc: James Oglethorpe
James Oglethorpe, who established the chartered colony of Georgia.