Old Athens Cemetery

Historical marker location:

Athens, Georgia

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( Marker is on South Jackson Street, 0.1 miles north of Baldwin Street, on the right when traveling north.)

Marker installed: 1996

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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.