Historical Marker
George Washington
Historical marker location:
Gainesville, Georgia
( Marker is at the intersection of Washington Street NE and Green Street NE, on the right when traveling west on Washington Street NE.)
Marker installed: 1999
Father of Our Country.
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.