Ogeechee Road

Historical marker location:

Savannah, Georgia

( Marker is at the intersection of East Charlton Street and Bull Street, on the left when traveling east on East Charlton Street.)

Marker installed: 1920

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.