Fort Early

Historical marker location:

2323 GA-300, Warwick, Georgia

( Marker is on Georgia-Florida Parkway (Georgia Route 300) near Lakeshore Drive, on the right when traveling south.)

Marker installed: 1954

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.