Historical Markers in
Macon County, Georgia

27th Bombardment Group 3 - inch Ordnance Rifle 6 - pounder Field Gun A Tight Stockade American Ex-Prisoners of War Andersonville National Cemetery Clara Barton Earthwork Defenses Escape Tunnels Father Peter Whelan Flint River Farms Resettlement Project Gettysburg Address Grave Markers Home of Samuel Henry Rumph In Memory of ... Lanier/Miona Springs Lizabeth A. Turner Lumpkin Academy Macon County Massachusetts Massive Monuments Memorial Day Order Memorial to American Former Prisoners of War Stalag XVII-B Memorial to POWs at Hiroshima, Japan Michigan Monuments and Memories Mt. Zion Lutheran Church National Prisoner of War Museum National Woman's Relief Corps Tribute New York State Monument Oflag 64 Prisoners of War Ohio Patriotic Work of the National Woman's Relief Corps Pigeon-Roosts Prisoner Burials Providence Spring Rhode Island Shebangs Star Fort Stockade Branch Tennessee The Battling Bastards of Bataan The Commandant's Perspective The Expanded Stockade The North Gate The Prison Hospital The Raiders' Graves The Unknown Soldier The "Sinks" This Was Andersonville Timothy Barnard To the Vermonters who Perished at Andersonville View from a Pigeon-Roost Wisconsin World of Lost Spirits
Georgia is also known for its rich agricultural history, with cotton, peanuts, and peaches among the state's top crops.
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Macon County, located in the heart of Georgia, has a rich history that dates back to the early 19th century. The county was officially established on December 14, 1837, and was named after Nathaniel Macon, a prominent politician of the time.

In its early years, Macon County thrived as an agricultural center, with cotton being the main crop grown by the plantations that dotted the landscape. Slavery was a significant part of the county's history, with many enslaved people working on these plantations. The county's economy depended heavily on the labor and production of these enslaved individuals.

During the Civil War, Macon County saw significant impact. Many of its men enlisted in the Confederate Army, and battles were fought in nearby areas. The county experienced the turmoil of war, as Confederate troops used it as a supply depot and military base.

Following the war, Macon County underwent a period of reconstruction and recovery. The plantation system began to decline, and agriculture shifted towards more diversified crops. The county also saw an influx of freed slaves, who formed their own communities and established their own churches and schools.

In the 20th century, Macon County faced challenges such as the Great Depression and the decline of agriculture. However, the county remained resilient, and efforts were made to improve infrastructure and promote economic development. Today, Macon County continues to preserve its history while embracing progress and growth.

This timeline provides a glimpse into the major events and milestones that have shaped the history of Macon County, Georgia.

  • 1837 - Macon County is established on December 14
  • 1838 - The county seat is established in Oglethorpe
  • 1861-1865 - Macon County residents serve in the Confederacy during the Civil War
  • 1870 - The town of Marshallville is incorporated
  • 1872 - Montezuma becomes the new county seat
  • 1885 - Macon County's first railroad is built
  • 1916 - Butler becomes the county seat
  • 1924 - Macon County's current courthouse is constructed in Butler
  • 1940s - The county experiences a decline in population due to widespread rural migration
  • 1988 - Macon County Historical Society is established