Jackson's Brigade

Historical marker location:

Fort Oglethorpe, Georgia

( Marker is on Alexander Bridge Road east of Brotherton Road, on the left when traveling east.)

Marker installed: 1890

Cheatham's Division. Polk's 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.