Louis H. Persley

Historical marker location:

521 North Hull Street, Athens, Athens, Georgia

( Marker is at the intersection of West Dougherty Street and Hull Street, on the left when traveling east on West Dougherty Street.)

Marker installed: 2006

(1888-1932)

During the American Revolution, Georgia was the site of several important battles, including the Battle of Kettle Creek in 1779, which was a significant victory for the Patriot forces.