Historical Marker
Gilmer County War Memorial
Historical marker location:
1 Broad Street, Ellijay, Georgia
( Memorial is at the intersection of Broad Street and Dalton Street, in the median on Broad Street.)
Marker installed: 1980
The state of Georgia was once home to a thriving film industry, with Hollywood studios establishing themselves in Atlanta in the early 20th century. However, the industry largely moved to California after the introduction of sound in films made outdoor filming difficult due to the noise pollution of the city.