Historical Marker
Sherman's Headquarters
Historical marker location:
Savannah, Georgia
( Marker is at the intersection of Bull Street and Macon Street, on the right when traveling south on Bull Street.)
Marker installed: 1980
Green-Meldrim Mansion.
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.