Brannan's Division

Historical marker location:

Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia

( Marker is on Reeds Bridge Road east of Delores Drive, on the right when traveling east.)

Marker installed: 1890

Thomas Corps. Brigadier General John M. Brannan.

In the early 20th century, Georgia was known for its "convict leasing" system, which allowed companies to lease prisoners from the state for labor. The system was abolished in 1908 after investigations revealed widespread abuse and mistreatment of prisoners.