Historical Marker

Damage From Naval Bombardments

Historical marker location:
Richmond Hill, Georgia
( Marker is on Fort McAllister Road.)
Marker installed: 1964

The state of Georgia was once home to a thriving film industry, with Hollywood studios establishing themselves in Atlanta in the early 20th century. However, the industry largely moved to California after the introduction of sound in films made outdoor filming difficult due to the noise pollution of the city.