Historical Marker
Wildwood
Historical marker location:
Columbus, Georgia
( Marker is at the intersection of Wildwood Avenue and Wildwood Circle, on the left when traveling east on Wildwood Avenue.)
Marker installed: 1953
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.