Old Federal Road

Historical marker location:

Coal Mountain, Georgia

( Marker is at the intersection of Dahlonega Highway (Georgia Route 9) and Browns Bridge Road (Georgia Route 369), on the left when traveling north on Dahlonega Highway.)

Marker installed: 1954

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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.