Guarding the Door

Historical marker location:

Tybee Island, Georgia

( Marker can be reached from Fort Pulaski Road, 1 mile north of U.S. 80.)

Fort Pulaski National Monument.

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.