Seaman 2nd Class H.M. Fleming

Historical marker location:

143 N Hill St, Griffin, Georgia

( Memorial is on West Broad Street west of North Hill Street (Georgia Route 155), on the right when traveling west.)

U.S. Navy.

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.