Connell's Brigade

Historical marker location:

Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia

( Marker is on Poe Road south of Lafayette Road, on the left when traveling south.)

Marker installed: 1890

Brannan's Division. Thomas' Corps.

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.