Dedicated to the Veterans of 1898 to 1902

Historical marker location:

155 E Washington Street, Athens, Georgia

( Memorial is at the intersection of E Washington Street and College Avenue, on the right when traveling west on E Washington Street.)

Marker installed: 1941

The state of Georgia was once home to a thriving film industry, with Hollywood studios establishing themselves in Atlanta in the early 20th century. However, the industry largely moved to California after the introduction of sound in films made outdoor filming difficult due to the noise pollution of the city.