Cpl. M.H. Hunter

Historical marker location:

121 S 6th St, Griffin, Georgia

( Memorial is at the intersection of South 6th Street and East Bank Street, on the right when traveling south on South 6th Street.)

U.S. Marine Corps.

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.