Historical Marker
De Soto
Historical marker location:
113 Grant Street, Clarkesville, Georgia
( Marker is at the intersection of Grant Street (Old U.S. 441) and Washington Street, on the left when traveling east on Grant Street.)
Marker installed: 1928
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.