Historical Marker
Lest We Forget
Historical marker location:
18 S.Public Square, Jefferson, Georgia
( Memorial is at the intersection of Sycamore Street (Georgia Route 15/82) and Gordon Street, on the right when traveling east on Sycamore Street.)
Marker installed: 1911
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.